IMPOSTOR SYNDROME: ESSENCE, CAUSES, AND SOLUTIONS
Keywords:
Impostor syndrome, self-deprecation, perfectionismAbstract
This thesis thoroughly explores the nature, formation factors, prevalence, and negative psychological impact of impostor syndrome. Family upbringing, social pressure, perfectionism, and personal characteristics are highlighted as key contributing factors to the development of the syndrome. Based on research findings, the negative effects of impostor syndrome on professional and personal growth, including self-deprecation, stress, and the exacerbation of depression, are emphasized.
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