What is impostor phenemenon?

Impostor Phenomenon is a phenomenon well-studied by psychologists. It is prominent in individuals with outstanding skills, and also very common in women. It may arise for a variety of reasons, two factors of them stand as very relevant of why it happens: family dynamics and pressure to perform at work. Imposter syndrome may carry important consequences not only for the person who suffers from imposterism, but also for those who surround them. When the “imposter” is in a supportive environment, this may help the person to cope with those feelings and with that lack of confidence, and they perform at the highest level possible.