Pathological Perfectionism Test
Assess whether your perfectionism is an asset or an obstacle
About this test
Perfectionism becomes pathological when it ceases to be a driver of progress and becomes a source of suffering and paralysis. This test distinguishes healthy perfectionism from toxic perfectionism by exploring four key dimensions: the unrealistic standards you set for yourself, your fear of mistakes and imperfection, procrastination linked to the fear of not measuring up, and excessive self-criticism regarding your performance. This in-depth assessment will help you identify the mechanisms that prevent you from thriving.
Dimensions assessed
- ●Unrealistic standards- Tendency to set excessively high goals and to consider only perfection as acceptable.
- ●Fear of mistakes- Excessive fear of making mistakes and catastrophic perception of imperfection.
- ●Perfectionist procrastination- Postponing tasks due to fear of not accomplishing them perfectly.
- ●Perfectionist self-criticism- Harsh self-judgment and devaluation of one's own accomplishments.
1 comment on this test
Bon test. Le rapport fait la distinction entre perfectionnisme sain et pathologique. Je suis clairement dans le pathologique. Les conseils sont réalistes.
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