Degree Date
7-2022
Document Type
Dissertation - Public Access
Degree Name
Psy.D. Doctor of Clinical Psychology
Academic Discipline
Clinical Psychology - Florida School of Professional Psychology
First Advisor
Dr. Christina Brown
Second Advisor
Dr. Lisa Costas
Abstract
Developmental and contextual factors may largely contribute to how an undergraduate student athlete develops maladaptive perfectionism (MP) within his or her athletic performance. Being able to understand different possible etiologies of MP will provide enriching clinical information to tailor more in-depth treatment approaches for the student-athlete(s) being impacted by the serious and life-threatening side effects of MP. This literature review provides a comprehensive summary on MP and how it may manifest in the athlete, in addition to how it can mature and intensify throughout one’s athletic career. Treatment approaches for MP in undergraduate student athletes will be discussed in how it dovetails with diverse and cultural factors to consider in the athlete’s conceptualization. Clinical implications will include methods that continue to bridge the stigmatized gap between college counseling centers and the university’s athletic departments.
Recommended Citation
Hoff, Kara, "The Developmental Pathways and Treatment Approaches for Maladaptive Perfectionism in Undergraduate Student Athletes" (2022). Dissertations. 667.
https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/667