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EPISODE · Jul 1, 2026 · 33 MIN

Episode 129 - 'Perfectionism and the Sneaky Anxiety We Praise'

from Scrambled: The Children‘s Mental Health Podcast · host Chad Douglas & Nikki Shields

In this episode, Chad and Nikki take a closer look at perfectionism in kids and why a trait so often praised by adults can actually be a hidden sign of anxiety. They explore the difference between healthy striving and unhealthy perfectionism, the subtle warning signs parents may miss, and how the pressure to always “get it right” can impact a child’s mental health. Finally, tips for how to help kids build confidence, resilience, and self-worth that isn’t tied to achievement are shared.

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In this episode, Chad and Nikki take a closer look at perfectionism in kids and why a trait so often praised by adults can actually be a hidden sign of anxiety. They explore the difference between healthy striving and unhealthy perfectionism, the subtle warning signs parents may miss, and how the pressure to always “get it right” can impact a child’s mental health. Finally, tips for how to help kids build confidence, resilience, and self-worth that isn’t tied to achievement are shared.

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In this episode, Chad and Nikki take a closer look at perfectionism in kids and why a trait so often praised by adults can actually be a hidden sign of anxiety. They explore the difference between healthy striving and unhealthy perfectionism, the...

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