Perfectionism is often understood as being over critical of either self or others. The predominance of an unhealthy urge to do things perfectly is evident during adolescence so as to seek desirability from their peer group. The present investigation, therefore, attempts to evaluate the relationship between ‘Perfectionism’ and ‘Peer Pressure’. The sample comprised of 100 school students (50 males and 50 females) in the age range of 14–16 years. For this purpose, Multidimensional Perfectionism Scale (1) and Peer Pressure Inventory (2) were administered. Data was analyzed using the Descriptive Statistics, Correlation and t-ratio. Results demonstrated significant associations between Self-Oriented Perfectionism and various dimensions of Peer Pressure i.e. School Involvement, Family Involvement and Misconduct. Positive associations were also observed between Socially Prescribed Perfectionism and dimensions of Peer Pressure viz. Peer Conformity and Family Involvement. The Other Oriented Perfectionism dimension was significantly associated with Misconduct, School Involvement, Peer Involvement, and Family Involvement subscales of Peer
Perfectionism, Peer Pressure Desirability, Gender, Adolescense
