This synthesis article presents the results of research conducted with 283 first-semester college students to understand the role of mindfulness on the relationship between perfectionism and anxiety. Participants answered questionnaires on these 3 themes. The results confirm that:
The negative association between perfectionism and mindfulness (as a trait or disposition that can be developed) could be explained by the fact that perfectionist students direct their actions and concerns towards the future in order to achieve high standards, whereas students with a higher level of mindfulness experience events in the present moment, without a future vision of their performance.
Reference of the study
- Lamarre, C. et Marcotte, D. (2021). Anxiety and dimensions of perfectionism in first year college students: The mediating role of mindfulness. European review of applied psychology , 71(6).
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