Understanding Procrastination

What part of the brain is responsible for setting long-term goals and regulating self-control?

• Limbic system

• Prefrontal cortex

• Cerebellum

• Brainstem

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of chronic procrastination?

• Higher GPA

• Increased anxiety

• Low self-confidence

• More frequent illnesses

What is a common misconception about procrastination?

• It is associated with guilt

• It can lead to depression

• It helps improve time management

• It is linked to low energy

How can making tasks more concrete help reduce procrastination?

• By eliminating deadlines

• By making tasks more abstract

• By providing a tangible representation of future outcomes

• By increasing the complexity of tasks

What did a 2011 study find about people who were shown an illustration of themselves at retirement age?

• They felt more anxious about retirement

• They procrastinated more on saving

• They were less likely to save for retirement

• They were more likely to save for retirement