Students in the health sciences frequently express their frustration with the pressure of imposterism and perfectionism. Despite efforts to combat them, it seems like the surrounding systems continue to enforce these pressures. The goal for this session is to reconsider this paradox at play and reflect on our identity and worth.
Health Science Well-being CollaborativeThe Interplay of Imposterism and Perfectionism – Examining our Identity and Worth Beyond Productivity
with Joy Pehlke, M.Ed.
February 21, 2024
12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
Taubman Health Sciences Library | 1135 Catherine St | Room 5000
Sponsored by: Health Science Well-being Collaborative
Contact Information: Beth Cable (cableb@umich.edu)
Students in the health sciences frequently express their frustration with the pressure of imposterism and perfectionism. Despite efforts to combat them, it seems like the surrounding systems continue to enforce these pressures. The goal for this session is to reconsider this paradox at play and reflect on our identity and worth.