Relationship Between Procrastination and Attitude Toward Substance use among Medical Students

Abstract

Background and Aim: University students are important members of society. They help form the future though their academic and professional achievements; thus, recognition of the factors that can affect the success of these students is essential. Several prevalent psycho-social factors have been recognized which can significantly affect the academic and professional outcomes of these students. Substance use disorder and procrastination are prevalent among university students and can significantly decrease their academic performance. The present study investigated the relationship between attitudes toward substance use and procrastination among medical students. Method: A total of 157 medical students were enrolled in the study. The participants completed the Drug Attitude Scale and a General Health Questionnaire. The data were analyzed using SPSS. Results: Procrastination was prevalent among medical students and the prevalence was higher among females than males. Moreover, there was a significantly positive relationship between procrastination and attitude toward substance use. This relationship was significantly higher among male participants. Conclusions: Procrastination and attitude toward substance use were significantly related among the medical students in this study.