“…The predominant feelings in these individuals are generally negative. These perfectionists often note guilt, anger, sadness, futility, distress and embarrassment (Arana, Scappatura, Lago, & Keegan, 2007; Ashby & Kottman, 1996; Eum & Rice, 2011; Fedewa, Burns, & Gómez, 2005; Lombardi, Florentino, & Lombardi, 1998; Stornelli, Flett, & Hewitt, 2009). In this regard, numerous studies reported the existence of a relationship between frequent perfectionistic thoughts and the manifestation of depression symptoms, due to a discrepancy or inability of people to meet their own excessively high demands (Blatt, 1995; Hewitt et al, 2011; Rovella & Rivarola, 2014; Serppe, 2010; Ye, Rice, & Storch, 2008).…”