Understanding Procrastination

What is procrastination?

• Avoiding a task for no good reason

• Prioritizing important tasks

What part of the brain is involved in emotional processing and threat identification?

• Amygdala

• Hippocampus

Why do people procrastinate tasks that evoke negative feelings?

• Because they lack time management skills

• Because they are lazy

What are some physical ailments associated with high stress caused by procrastination?

• Skin rashes and allergies

• Headaches and stomach aches

What is the common misconception about procrastinators?

• They are lazy and apathetic

• They are always successful in their work

What is the main reason for procrastination according to the text?

• Fear of failure

• Lack of discipline

What is the effect of being too hard on oneself while procrastinating?

• It increases the intensity of the threat

• It reduces stress levels

What is the purpose of breaking a task into smaller elements according to the text?

• To increase stress levels

• To reduce the negative emotions associated with the task

What is the role of adrenaline in the procrastination response?

• It reduces stress levels

• It kicks off a fear response

What is the effect of procrastination on the long-term well-being of individuals?

• It leads to increased productivity and success

• It reinforces stress as a coping mechanism