Scale Overview & Construct
18-item scale measuring two distinct traits: procrastination (delaying tasks) and precrastination (rushing to complete tasks early) as separate tendencies rather than opposite ends of one dimension.
Purpose & Measurement Objectives
Instrument Specifications
Academic Citation & Instrument Provenance
When referencing this instrument in research, academic theses, or clinical institutional audits, please cite the original author publication:
Governance, Boundaries & Ethical Use
Imported from the OpenScales open item-bank project. This specific digital implementation has not been independently clinically validated by PsiQ — scores are for self-reflection, research, and educational purposes only, and are not a diagnosis.
License: CC BY 4.0. Citation: Steel, P. (2007). The nature of procrastination: A meta-analytic and theoretical review of quintessential self-regulatory failure. Psychological Bulletin, 133(1), 65-94 (procrastination/precrastination trait measurement). This is not a diagnostic tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Procrastination and Precrastination Traits Scale?
18-item scale measuring two distinct traits: procrastination (delaying tasks) and precrastination (rushing to complete tasks early) as separate tendencies rather than opposite ends of one dimension.
How long does the Procrastination and Precrastination Traits Scale take?
It takes about 8 minutes to answer all 18 questions. You can go at your own pace.
Is this test free, and is it available in Hindi?
Yes, it is free with a PsiQ account. The questions and answer options are available in English, Hindi and Hinglish.
Can this test diagnose a condition?
No. Online self-report scales are for self-reflection, education and research, not diagnosis. If you are worried about your mental health, please speak to a qualified mental-health professional.