Chinese frost multidimensional perfectionism scale: A validation and prediction of self-esteem and psychological distress

Recent research has shown that perfectionism is an important psychological variable in explaining various disorders. This study evaluated (a) the fact or structure and psychometric properties of the Chinese Frost Multidimensio nal Perfectionism Scale (CFMPS) and (b) the relative predictive power of it s subscales for self-esteem and psychological distress, including depressiv e, anxiety, and stress symptoms. Nine hundred and forty-seven Chinese adole scents from Hong Kong between 13 and 18 years of age participated in the st udy. Results indicated that five of the original six factors emerged in the factor analysis. The CFMPS and its subscales were found to have satisfacto ry internal consistencies. Replicating and extending previous findings, the factors "Concern over Mistakes" and "Doubt about Action" accounted for mos t of the variances of self-esteem and psychological distress. The factor "O rganization" might have positive value on psychological health. Possible cu ltural influence on the development of perfectionism and limitations of the study are discussed. (C) 1999 John Wiley & Sons. Inc.