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Procrastination, 2005.
This paper discusses procrastination or the practice of habitually putting off important activities or events, which can have dire effects on an individual.
2,205 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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This paper explains that many procrastinators exhibit perfectionist tendencies and deal with emotional burdens including anxiety, a sense of being overwhelmed or depression. The author points out that some consequences of procrastination are missing important deadlines, poor work or personal performance, lack of preparedness, diminished sense of self or quality of life and even medical or health related problems. The paper suggests that solutions to procrastination include downsizing tasks into bit-size chunks to eliminate the stress and anxiety associated with completing a lengthy task and delegating tasks to others so that tasks are accomplished on time, every time. The paper includes a few examples.
Table of Contents:
Introduction - Procrastination Defined
Characteristics of Procrastinators
Effects of Procrastination
Conclusions
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"How is procrastination exhibited differently among varying cultures? Not much empirical evidence is available comparing the procrastination habits of say Americans vs. Japanese. Most people who procrastinate tend to dawdle in the same ways; many are unaware that their actions may result in "dire consequences" for themselves or their businesses. Much of procrastination stems from functioning in an overly stressful, competitive and anxiety producing business arena, which is common the world over, whether in Japan for example or the United States."
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Procrastination, 2006.
A psychological perspective of procrastination.
1,257 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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Procrastination is leaving important tasks to be done later. This paper illustrates types of procrastination supplemented by psychological articles with quotations throughout. Procrastination is defined and discussed and a goal for eliminating procrastination is devised.
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"There are many different tests used today to measure academic procrastination. These include Van Eerde's (2003) questionnaire which has nine questions for each of the five categories for a total of 45 questions. The categories were: Time management, Avoidance reactions to a deadline, Worrying, Emotional Stability and Peer rating where the test has statements and the person tested has to rate themselves on a scale of one to five. These questions were presented to a group of people before and after taking a course and learning about time management. This is the major emphasis of the study, and it is crucial to achieving my goal as well. Another test, developed by Solomon and Rothblum (1984) as cited by Onwuegbuzie (2004) called the PASS (the procrastination Assessment Scale-Students) has six different categories, but with academic questions instead of personal ones. "
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Procrastination, 2004.
Examines procrastination within the academic world and includes the author's personal attempts to overcome this problem through an action plan.
2,941 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 87.95
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Procrastination is the act of putting things off until the last minute, rather then doing them in a way that gives the individual enough time to complete the task without having to hurry. Procrastination by students is a long-standing problem and is addressed in this paper. Discussions of the topic include reasons why this is a problem, reasons why people procrastinate, and techniques for overcoming the problem. The author of the paper applies the methods learned to overcome procrastination to her own life experiences.
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"Researchers also note a peculiarity in research on procrastination in that while many students indicate that they need help for overcoming procrastination (Gallagher et al., 1992), and while there are case reports of students whose performance has been harmed because of procrastination (Burka & Yuen, 1983), studies further show that there is usually either very low negative correlations in the overall relationship of procrastination and academic performance or no correlation at all. This seems to show that many students do well in spite of their tendency to procrastinate, though these reports only show good or bad performance and not levels of stress or associated problems which could be avoided if the procrastination were controlled."
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Self-esteem and Procrastination, 2002.
This report analyzes research papers, articles and other resources together with information on procrastination and self-esteem compiled separately to give a thorough account of each condition without one biasing the other.
2,615 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 78.95
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Information on self-esteem and procrastination is compared in this paper, with links between the two being examined and discussed. Based on this analysis, the author shows how low self-esteem and procrastination are two conditions that are capable of causing each other and in this way can create a cyclical effect.
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?Self-esteem and procrastination are two conditions that effect a large number of people. While these may not seem like conditions to be overly concerned about, they both have a profound effect on people?s lives, effecting everything that they do.Self-esteem is described as one of the key parts of our self-identity, representing how we feel about who we are (Seamon & Kenrick, 1992, p. 398). This component of a person has the potential to effect every portion of a person?s life, from their working life to their relationships and everything in between.Procrastination is also something that has the ability to effect every portion of a person?s life. Procrastination can basically be described as the process of continually putting off things.?
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Academic Procrastination, 2000.
A research proposal to determine the relationships among academic procrastination, perceived fear of failure, text anxiety, self-concept and more.
7,875 words (approx. 31.5 pages), 83 sources, $ 135.95
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"Academic Procrastination in Relation to Fear of Failure andRelated Attitudes: A Research Proposal
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A research study is proposed to investigate the effects on academic procrastination of reductions in perceived fear of failure. Reductions in perceived fear of failure will be accomplished through reductions in the levels of test anxiety. Therefore, the proposed investigation will test relationship between levels of test anxiety and the frequency of academic procrastination.
One hypothesis, as follows, will be tested: The frequency with which a subject participates in academic procrastination will vary positively will the level of the subject's perceived fear of failure as reflected by the level of test anxiety..."
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Procrastination, 2002.
Shows several reasons why people procrastinate.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper explores some of the major causes of procrastination, which include the fear of failure, inability to complete the task and jobs that are physically unimportant.
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Hamlet as Procrastinator, 2006.
An analysis of the character of William Shakespeare's Hamlet and how his tendency to procrastinate cost him his life.
2,530 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper examines and analyzes the character of Hamlet, explaining that he may be one of the most famous procrastinators in the history of literature. The paper points out that this trait is possibly one of the reasons that the play has maintained its popularity over the ages and that it is a trait with which we can all readily identify. The paper analyzes this trait in Hamlet and how it impacts the audience as well as the character and outcome of the play.
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"He may be one of the most famous procrastinators in the history of literature. Many writers, students, scholars, actors, directors through the ages have pondered this trait. Perhaps the vein of procrastination that courses through Hamlet is one key reason why it remains so popular in film on stage and as the written word. We can all identify with
putting off doing things we know we should. Thinking too much is usually an ineffective goal-oriented strategy but a wonderful time waster! Here are just two examples through his dialogue that Hamlet seems entranced with procrastination and its offshoots - similar behaviors and/or
character traits)."
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Adjustment, Stress and Coping, 2006.
A paper on the human trait of procrastination and effective and creative ways of managing it.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses and examines the human trait of procrastination and how it can become a source of stress for students. The paper discusses different ways in which psychologists refer to procrastination and looks at two ways of examining related and independent stressors in perfectionism,
achievement anxiety, and known time management problems.
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"This paper refers to procrastination as a sign of poor adjustment and as a source of student stress. In many students, this is a problem that seems to grow worse, making new kinds of stress, unless stopped. Those who study Psychology refer to 'adult adjustment disorder' as often having a pattern of procrastination. (Casey: 2001) This pattern is discussed in a serious way, indeed. The person who procrastinates must deal with the stress of what has been put off, and towards new stress. The experience will stay in mind as something negative, as is..."
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College Performance, 2002.
What impact does procrastination have on college student's academic performance?
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 106.95
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This senior level psychology paper examines the possible reasons for procrastination by examining school students using a formulated test and gives several suggestions to remedy the affliction.
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