Adults with ADHD commonly experience perfectionistic thoughts, which are tied to avoidance behaviors. Recent research highlights a connection between adult ADHD, experiential avoidance (EA), and perfectionism, where individuals with higher ADHD symptoms reported both lower performance standards and higher levels of self-criticism. This pattern results in a paradox where lowered expectations are set due to the ADHD symptoms, yet harsh self-assessment follows if these low expectations are not met, illustrating the complex interplay between ADHD and perfectionism.
Perfectionism is a significant issue for adults with ADHD, often leading to harsh self-evaluations and avoidance behaviors, complicating their approach to tasks.
High ADHD symptom scores correlate with both perfectionism and experiential avoidance, suggesting adults with ADHD fear not meeting their own expectations, leading to negative self-assessment.
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