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Wilde, Damian (2014) Perfectionism in children and adults : maintaining mechanisms and treatment implications. DClinPsych thesis, University of Warwick.
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Abstract
The thesis consists of three papers; literature review, empirical paper, and reflective paper. The literature review evaluates the effectiveness of psychological interventions for perfectionism in adults. The systemic review analysed 12 papers comprising of; randomised control trials, group intervention studies, and single case designs. Interventions were varied in delivery, such as face-to-face or web-based with the majority using a CBT intervention. A number of studies showed effectiveness for the treatment of perfectionism in adults, but some were narrow in use of population e.g. a high proportion of female participants. Clinical implications are discussed.
The empirical paper investigated the relationship between multidimensional perfectionism, self-criticism, self-esteem, and mood in primary school children. A non-clinical population (9-11 years of age) of 90 children were recruited with quantitative measures utilised. Mediation models were used to establish if any relationships existed. Results showed a significant relationship between self-esteem and mood, and perfectionism dimensions, such as sensitivity to mistakes and mood were significantly mediated by self-esteem and self-criticism. Results are discussed in comparison with previous research and clinical and education implications are discussed.
The reflective paper reflects upon the personal and professional doctoral thesis journey. Starting from generation of idea, moving through the emotional journey of design, recruitment and write-up, and focusing on aspects such as self-care.
| Item Type: | Thesis or Dissertation (DClinPsych) | ||||
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| Subjects: | B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology R Medicine > RC Internal medicine |
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| Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH): | Perfectionism (Personality trait) -- Treatment, School children -- Mental health | ||||
| Official Date: | May 2014 | ||||
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| Institution: | University of Warwick | ||||
| Theses Department: | Department of Psychology | ||||
| Thesis Type: | DClinPsych | ||||
| Publication Status: | Unpublished | ||||
| Supervisor(s)/Advisor: | Knibbs, Jacky ; Hume, Ian ; Taylor, Laura M., 1972- | ||||
| Description: | Completed in conjunction with Coventry University. School of Health and Social Sciences |
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| Extent: | 175 leaves | ||||
| Language: | eng |
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