Understanding Procrastination

What percentage of college students are estimated to procrastinate at least some of their schoolwork?

• 95-100%

• 50-60%

• 60-70%

• 80-95%

Which of the following is NOT a negative outcome linked to procrastination?

• Health problems

• Increased anxiety

• Worse academic performance

• Improved time management

What did the 2015 study identify about procrastinators?

• They all have the same coping strategies

• They all perform poorly academically

• They can be categorized into five subtypes

• They are all maladaptive

How do active procrastinators differ from passive procrastinators?

• They never complete tasks

• They have lower emotional intelligence

• They work better under pressure

• They avoid tasks completely

What is a key characteristic of passive procrastination?

• Feeling confident

• Experiencing self-doubt

• Preferring time crunches

• High emotional intelligence

What is the concept of arousal delay related to?

• Feeling relaxed while working

• Needing pressure to complete tasks

• Avoiding all tasks

• Completing tasks ahead of time

What is productive procrastination?

• Completing tasks without delay

• Avoiding all tasks

• Replacing one task with a less important one

• Completing important tasks first

What did the 2016 study find about students who procrastinate productively?

• They socialize more

• They have better grades

• They have worse grades

• They are at higher risk of alcohol use

What is the main message of the final section?

• Procrastination is always harmful

• Procrastination can be managed effectively

• Everyone procrastinates the same way

• Procrastination should be ignored

What is suggested for those who want to stop procrastinating?

• Avoid all tasks

• Ignore the problem

• Procrastinate more

• Develop coping strategies