Identify your procrastination patterns with this comprehensive assessment. Learn about your tendencies, understand the impact, and find strategies to improve productivity and action.
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Scientific background: The General Procrastination Scale measures the tendency to delay or postpone tasks.
Below are self-statements about one's procrastination. For each statement, decide whether the statement is uncharacteristic or characteristic of you using the following 5 point scale.
1
I often find myself performing tasks that I had intended to do days before.
2
I do not do assignments until just before they are to be handed in.
3
When I am finished with a library book, I return it right away regardless of the date it is due.
4
When it is time to get up in the morning, I most often get right out of bed.
5
A letter may sit for days after I write it before mailing it.
6
I generally return phone calls promptly.
7
Even with jobs that require little else except sitting down and doing them, I find they seldom get done for days.
8
I usually make decisions as soon as possible.
9
I generally delay before starting on work I have to do.
10
I usually have to rush to complete a task on time.
11
When preparing to go out, I am seldom caught having to do something at the last minute.
12
In preparing for some deadline, I often waste time by doing other things.
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13
I prefer to leave early for an appointment.
14
I usually start an assignment shortly after it is assigned.
15
I often have a task finished sooner than necessary.
16
I always seem to end up shopping for birthday or Christmas gifts at the last minute.
17
I usually buy even an essential item at the last minute.
18
I usually accomplish all the things I plan to do in a day.
19
I am continually saying I'll do it tomorrow.
20
I usually take care of all the tasks I have to do before I settle down and relax for the evening.
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⚕Results are for reference only and do not constitute a medical diagnosis — if you have concerns, please consult a doctor or mental-health professional.
