Procrastination predicts academic success; remedial program benefits procrastinators.
Procrastination can harm students' academic success. Italian undergraduates who procrastinate tend to have lower educational achievements, even when accounting for cognitive abilities and motivation. A program designed to help students with procrastination tendencies has been shown to be particularly beneficial for those who struggle with delaying tasks. This suggests that even programs not specifically targeting procrastination can help students improve self-control and succeed in their studies.