Key Points Question Is procrastination associated with subsequent health outcomes among university students? Findings In this cohort study of 3525 Swedish university students, procrastination was associated with worse subsequent mental… Click to show full abstract
Key Points Question Is procrastination associated with subsequent health outcomes among university students? Findings In this cohort study of 3525 Swedish university students, procrastination was associated with worse subsequent mental health (depression, anxiety, and stress symptom levels), having disabling pain in the upper extremities, unhealthy lifestyle behaviors (poor sleep quality and physical inactivity), and worse levels of psychosocial health factors (higher loneliness and more economic difficulties). Meaning This study suggests that procrastination may be associated with a range of health outcomes.
               
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