What type of procrastinator are you - and how to fix it now (not later)
Psychologists and researchers discuss the various types of procrastinators, suggesting that understanding one's specific habits can help overcome the behavior. Experts note that procrastination is often a strategy to avoid unpleasant emotions rather than a permanent character trait.
Why it matters
Procrastination is a common productivity hurdle; understanding its psychological roots can help individuals improve their mental well-being and work efficiency.
Image source, Getty Images By Michelle Roberts Digital health editor Published 21 minutes ago I'll just do that later, this thing can wait, maybe a short break first... We've all been there: putting off certain tasks then being left with essays up to the wire, loads of messages unread and that bedroom sort-out that just never happens.
A fifth of us are guilty of regularly procrastinating but the type of procastinator we are can reveal something deeper about us, say researchers.
Are you a dreamer or rebel? Hedonist or a thrill-seeker? What does it all mean, and can you fix it?
The cause can be hidden or buried, says Dr Itamar Shatz, a lecturer at Cambridge University who is publishing a book on the subject this week.
Understanding what procrastinator you are can really help, he says.
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