Understanding the complexities of perfectionism: validation of the big three perfectionism scale-short form (BTPS-SF) in Iranian university students

Key Points

• The validation process confirmed the scale's reliability and adequacy for measuring perfectionism.
• Key metric includes a high Cronbach's alpha score, indicating strong internal consistency within the scale.
• The study employed a cross-sectional design to include various Iranian university students across multiple disciplines.
• Findings suggest the BTPS-SF could serve as a valuable tool for psychological assessments in academic settings.