Understanding Procrastination Quiz

Procrastination

• Procrastination has negative impacts, including:
  • Unspecified negative consequences

Cultural Impact on Procrastination

• Students from Western cultures tend to procrastinate due to:
  • Cultural values that emphasize individualism and autonomy
• Students from non-Western cultures view academic procrastination as:
  • A sign of poor time management and lack of self-discipline

Etymology of Procrastination

• The word "procrastination" originates from:
  • The Latin words "pro" (forward) and "crastinus" (tomorrow)

View of Time and Procrastination

• The polychronic view of time tends to value:
  • Making sure a job is done accurately before finishing
• The monochronic view of time tends to value:
  • Meeting deadlines and completing tasks quickly

Procrastination Statistics

• In a 2004 study, approximately:
  • 70% of surveyed university students categorized themselves as procrastinators
• In a study from the University of Vermont:
  • 50% of subjects reported procrastinating reading weekly assignments
• According to a 1992 study:
  • 46% of surveyed students indicated having a moderate to high need for help concerning procrastination

Test your knowledge of procrastination with this quiz covering the definition, impact, and common examples of procrastination. Explore the psychology behind procrastination and learn strategies to overcome it.