Daily Dynamics of Perfectionism REVEAL Rigid Perfectionism AS the Primary Initiator of Change

This 30-day diary study (N = 224) examined daily dynamics of rigid, self-critical, and narcissistic perfectionism using DSEM. All dimensions showed significant inertia, and rigid perfectionism predicted next-day increases in the other two, while other directional effects were non-significant. Findings highlight perfectionism as a dynamic, process-like construct.