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Why do students procrastinate? How to deal with it?

Why do students procrastinate and how does procrastination affect them?

Procrastination by students, which happens when they unnecessarily put off focusing on schoolwork like studying or writing, is a prevalent issue. All levels of kids are impacted, and it may lead to major problems like declining grades and decreased wellbeing.  A straightforward illustration of student procrastination is when a student needs to sit down and finish their schoolwork but instead spends all day online and doesn’t begin until late at night, even though they wish they had begun earlier. Procrastination is common among students. 

Procrastinating students may have issues with time management, academic success, emotional health, and mental and physical health. Students put off doing their work because their motivation and self-control are outweighed by problems like fatigue and anxiety. Therefore, the students should avoid procrastinating and make good habits in their daily lives. 

How do the students avoid procrastinating?

Set a feasible goal

Students can set concrete goals for themselves. For example, I will spend at least one hour studying at home every day for the week leading up to my coming exam.

Know your cycle

Students should identify their productivity cycles. When it comes to productivity, they should be taken into consideration as you plan your study and work hours for when you’re least inclined to put it off. 

Build a good environment

Students should improve their environment.  If you frequently put off writing essays because you are constantly checking social media, turn off your internet connection on your computer before you begin working. 

Manage your time with technique 

The Pomodoro technique is suitable for the student. It entails switching back and forth between designated study and rest times. For instance, you could study for 25 minutes at a time, taking 5-minute breaks in between, and taking a lengthier 30-minute rest after every four study sets.

Know more about the Pomodoro technique