Managing little perfectionists: How parents can help develop a growth mindset


The pursuit of perfection poses negative effects in children's development. — 123rf

MUHAMMAD Zaryq Mohd Yuzri, 12, will only leave home looking immaculate. He personally selects what he wants to wear; planning his outfits and prioritising those that he says look nice on him and are comfortable.

“Whenever he ventures out, he always wants to look his best. After putting together his look, he would wear his watch and apply hair cream. He never misses these steps,” says his father, Mohd Yuzri Mohd Noh, 52, about his only child.

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