Perfectionism & the Need for Approval (People-Pleasing)

Perfectionism and Need-for-Approval Questionnaire

A self-exploration tool based on common patterns from the clinical literature on perfectionism (Frost et al.) and approval-seeking behavior (people-pleasing/sociotropy). It explores two patterns that often coexist and fuel anxiety and exhaustion: 1. Perfectionism: high, rigid standards and harsh self-criticism when they aren't met. 2. People-pleasing: the tendency to systematically put others' needs above our own, out of fear of rejection or conflict. ⚠️ This version is intended solely for educational and self-awareness use. It is not a psychological assessment or diagnosis.

These questionnaires are self-observation tools and are not a substitute for clinical diagnosis by a psychiatrist or another mental health professional.

Perfectionism and Need-for-Approval Questionnaire

How much you're shaped by “shoulds,” self-criticism, and the need for others' approval

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If something isn't done perfectly, I feel I've failed completely.