D1.S5.4(1) The CASES expert statement on measuring perfectionism in sport and exercise

Sarah H. Mallinson-Howard; Andrew P. Hill; Michael C. Grugan; Daniel J. Madigan; John K. Gotwals

doi:10.1080/02640414.2026.2668923

May 8, 2026Journal of Sports Sciences

D1.S5.4(1) The CASES expert statement on measuring perfectionism in sport and exercise

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Key Points

The aim is to provide a comprehensive framework for effectively measuring perfectionism in athletes.
Expert consensus was gathered to outline definitions and measurement strategies for perfectionism.
The study reviewed existing tools and proposed new metrics specific to the athletic context.
A set of validated measures of perfectionism was identified, showing significant correlations with athlete performance and mental health.
Recommendations for integrating perfectionism assessment into athlete evaluations were made.

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Expert statement explores the assessment of perfectionism among athletes, indicating implications for sport psychology.

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Introduction: Perfectionism is a multidimensional personality trait defined as a combination of excessively high standards and overly critical self-evaluations (Frost et al., 1990). Among athletes ...

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