Academic Procrastination and Self-control of Faculty Nursing Students

Abstract

Background: Academic procrastination in university student is closely related to lower levels of self-control, self-efficacy, emotional intelligence and academic performance with increase in anxiety level. Aim of the study: was to assess the relationshipbetween Academic Procrastination, and self-control of Nursing Students at Faculty of Nursing -Zagazig University. Subjects and Methods: Research design: A descriptive design was utilized in this study. Setting: This study was conducted at Faculty of Nursing -Zagazig University. Subjects: Stratified random sample of 351 nursing students were randomly selected from the academic year 2020-2021. Tools of data collection: two tools were used: Academic procrastination scale and Self-control scale. Results: only (22.8%) of nursing students had a high level of Academic Procrastination as well, only (11.4%) of nursing students had a high level of Self-control. Conclusion: There is significant and inverse correlation between Academic Procrastination score and Self -control score. Recommendations: it is recommended that the nursing faculty members conduct a conference for newly admitted students to guide them about how to avoid academic procrastination and improve Self-control levels. Additionally, the faculty management should provide a good infrastructure and institution facilities to the student and nurse educators to ensure a high level of Self-control.

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“…Some literature also pinpointed that students’ majors also influenced procrastination tendencies. For instance, some studies found high levels of academic procrastination among nursing students and stated the possible reasons as course and assignment overload, varied experiences during practical clinical hours, and frequent evaluation that affected concentration and led to decreased coping and learning outcomes (Ghaffari et al, 2021 ; Ravanipour et al, 2015 ; Sabry Abd El-Salam et al, 2022 ). Upon agreement, some scholars believed that individuals procrastinate due to overwhelmed responsibilities that, in turn, cause emotional and behavioral problems (Balkis & Duru, 2009 ; Quinn, 2019 ).…”