Multidimensional Perfectionism Scale
MPS-FPerfectionism (Multidimensional)
35 items
1990
α 0.77–0.93
Free
Frost, R.O., Marten, P., Lahart, C., & Rosenblate, R.
What it measures
Measures six dimensions of perfectionism. Maladaptive perfectionism centres on Concern over Mistakes and Doubts about Actions; adaptive perfectionism is associated with high Personal Standards and Organisation. Widely used in research on anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and athletic performance.
Representative items
- If I do not do as well as other people, it means I am an inferior human being. (Concern over Mistakes)
- I tend to get behind in my work because I repeat things over and over. (Doubts about Actions)
- I have a high goal for myself. (Personal Standards)
- My parents set very high standards for me. (Parental Expectations)
- Organisation is very important to me. (Organisation)
Citation
Frost, R.O., Marten, P., Lahart, C., & Rosenblate, R. (1990). The dimensions of perfectionism. Cognitive Therapy and Research, 14(5), 449–468.