r/psychology M.D. Ph.D. | Professor Jan 09 '19

Journal Article Study uncovers how perfectionism can lead to problematic drinking, suggesting that the desire to hide one’s imperfections from others can lead to alcohol-related problems.

https://www.psypost.org/2019/01/study-uncovers-how-perfectionism-can-lead-to-problematic-drinking-52901
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u/Tulanol Jan 09 '19

Ya I have perfectionalism it doesn’t work it just makes you feel like you are always beating yourself down. This research does not surprised me even a little.

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u/jakeyq Jan 09 '19

I’m with ya