Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: The current study investigates how social support from various sources (i.e., family, friends, and close others), may reduce the risk of procrastination, particularly among those with predisposition based on personality traits (e.g., intolerance of uncertainty). Procrastination is a harmful behavior that is associated with low academic performance. Individuals who are high in personality traits related to negative affect, such as intolerance of uncertainty, may be more at risk of procrastination. Past research suggests that individuals who are less tolerable of uncertainty are more likely to procrastinate on tasks as a coping strategy due to the negative affect associated with these tasks. Literature suggests that generalized social support from others may be beneficial to reducing procrastination behavior, possibly because having a source of support can help individuals cope with negative affect and avoid procrastination behavior. The current study surveyed 394 college students about their personality traits, procrastination habits, and perceived social support from family, friends, and special others. Regression analyses suggest that only family support may buffer the relationship between intolerance of uncertainty and procrastination.
Source: Frontiers in Psychology
Authors: Ashley M. Miller, Diamond Y. Bravo, Elisha Arnold, Brenda Rincon, Carolyn Murray
Institutions: University of California, Riverside, New York University
Language: English
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,295
OpenAlex ID: W4402019666