Mallinson-Howard, Sarah ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8525-1540, Hill, Andrew ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6370-8901, Grugan, Michael ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3770-942X, Madigan, Daniel ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9937-1818 and Gotwals, John (2025) The CASES Expert Statement on Measuring Perfectionism in Sport and Exercise. The sport and exercise scientist.

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Abstract

The pursuit of perfection is pervasive in sport and exercise domains. It is encouraged, praised, and often considered necessary for success at the highest levels. When manifested as a personality trait, perfectionism is defined as a combination of excessively high standards and overly critical self-evaluations (Frost et al., 1990). It is a complex trait that is potentially both a significant energising factor and destructive force for athletes and exercisers. To study it, and provide appropriate support and guidance where needed, sport and exercise scientists need valid and reliable measures of perfectionism. However, there is currently an abundance of measures available, which poses a significant barrier for those unfamiliar with the area. Our expert statement aims to remove this barrier by offering clear recommendations on how best to measure perfectionism in sport and exercise.

Item Type:	Article
Additional Information:	"First published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist, Summer 2025, issue 84. Published by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences - www.cases.org.uk
Status:	Published
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
School/Department:	School of Science, Technology and Health
URI:	https://ray.yorksj.ac.uk/id/eprint/12137

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