In this practical, science-based guide to navigating the pitfalls of perfectionism, an esteemed psychiatrist offers comprehensive techniques for recognizing and overcoming obsessive behaviors.“Whether you know someone who’s ‘too perfect’ or suspect it of yourself, this book will help.”—San Diego magazineHow much is too much? For many of us, perfectionism can bring life’s most desired rewards. But when the obsessive need fo...

For many of us, perfectionism can bring life's most desired rewards. But when the obsessive need for perfection and control gets in the way of our professional and emotional lives, the cost becomes too high. Although many of us appear cool and confident on the outside, inside we are in emotional turmoil, trying to satisfy everyone, attempting to direct the future, and feeling that we are failing.In Too Perfect, Dr. Allan Mallinger draws on twenty years of research and obse...