insecurity, perfectionism or a negative self-image

People can suffer from a constantly critical view of themselves. They think other people find them uninteresting, unattractive or unpleasant; they are sensitive to criticism, and do not hear compliments. Their insecurity is an obstacle to contact with others, and impairs their functionality and personal growth. Perfectionists mainly notice their faults; they are only happy if they don’t make any mistakes and worry about the consequences of their mistakes. Perfectionism and a negative self-image can be reduced by treatment – often of short duration – to produce a more realistic self-image: a self-image which gives a more confident and balanced view of one’s strengths and weaknesses.