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Aims: This study assessed the relationship between perfectionism and burnout among Radiologic Technology students in a private higher education institution in Iloilo City, Philippines. Specifically, it examined the association between dimensions of perfectionism—fear of making mistakes, personal standards, and parental expectations—and dimensions of burnout—emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal achievement.

Study Design: A descriptive-correlational research design was used.

Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted at Iloilo Doctors' College, Iloilo City, Philippines, from January to February 2026.

Methodology: A total of 319 Radiologic Technology students were selected from a population of 1,842 using stratified random sampling, based on a 95% confidence level and 5% margin of error. Data were collected using self-administered questionnaires adapted from established measures of perfectionism and burnout. Content validation was conducted by experts, and pilot testing showed acceptable internal consistency. Ethical procedures included institutional approval, informed consent, voluntary participation, and confidentiality. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Spearman's rho correlation, as normality tests indicated non-normal data distribution.

Results: Among perfectionism dimensions, personal standards had the highest mean (M = 3.48), followed by fear of making mistakes (M = 3.10) and parental expectations (M = 3.00). For burnout, personal achievement had the highest mean (M = 4.10), indicating high personal accomplishment and reflecting low burnout on this dimension, followed by emotional exhaustion (M = 3.58) and depersonalization (M = 3.00). Overall perfectionism showed a small but statistically significant positive correlation with overall burnout (r = .276, p < .001), emotional exhaustion (r = .260, p < .001), and depersonalization (r = .341, p < .001), but not with personal achievement (r = -.033, p = .559). The null hypothesis of no significant relationship was rejected.

Conclusion: Perfectionism was significantly, though modestly, associated with burnout among Radiologic Technology students. Findings suggest the need for academic support and mental health programs that address perfectionistic tendencies and promote student well-being.