Relationship between Perfectionism, Empathy, Need for Validation in Giftedness and Coexistence with Caregivers in Childhood and Adolescence

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.15951225240211

• Palavras-chave: Giftedness, Perfectionism, Empathy, Validation, Caregivers, Neuroscience.

• Keywords: Giftedness, Perfectionism, Empathy, Validation, Caregivers, Neuroscience.

• Abstract:

  This study investigates the relationship between perfectionism, empathy and the need for validation in gifted individuals, and how these factors influence coexistence with their caregivers during childhood and adolescence. The literature review reveals that perfectionism in gifted individuals can manifest itself in an adaptive or dysfunctional way, with significant implications for mental health and family dynamics. High empathy, a common characteristic in these individuals, can amplify emotional vulnerability and maladaptive perfectionism. In addition, the need for external validation, often reinforced by parental expectations, plays a crucial role in shaping self-image and family relationships. The study also highlights the importance of neurobiological interactions, involving brain regions such as the amygdala, anterior cingulate cortex and prefrontal cortex, in mediating these dynamics. Understanding these interactions can inform more effective clinical and educational interventions to promote the well-being of these individuals.