The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

10/27/2025 | News release | Distributed by Public on 10/27/2025 09:45

Imposter Syndrome – The impact it can have on your mental health

In today's busy world, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by competing priorities and feel unsure that when we achieve success, we truly deserve it. We may doubt the skills, talents, or accomplishments we have worked for. We may have a persistent fear of being exposed as frauds who don't deserve accolades or luck. It can feel as though we are deceiving others because we don't feel as intelligent as we outwardly portray ourselves to be. This feeling is known as "Imposter Syndrome." In this program, participants will be introduced to Imposter Syndrome, learn how it impacts our feelings and actions, identify signs of it in ourselves and others, and learn strategies to overcome it.

Learning Points

  • Define Imposter Syndrome and learn its characteristics
  • Earn to identify Imposter Syndrome in ourselves and others
  • Learn and strategize ways to overcome the negative feelings associated with Imposter Syndrome for both ourselves and those around us who may be experiencing it

A trained Optum instructor will be on site (Zoom is available) for this event. You can register for this class in Kate - search Benefits Matter.

Thursday, October 30, 10:00 - 11:00 am CDT

Location: 910 Madison, HR Training Room - 753

Faculty and Staff - Register

Students - Register

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