The Influence of Cognitive Behavior with Reality Counseling on Procrastination in Students

Abstract

Procrastination is the act of an individual postponing a task until the last time or after a predetermined time which is characterized by the inability to manage time, determine priorities, focus on the task at hand, direct oneself and organize one's actions. Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) is a psychotherapy that combines behavioral therapy and cognitive therapy which is based on the assumption that human behavior is collectively influenced by thoughts, feelings, physiological processes and their consequences on behavior. In CBT, reality counseling interventions are implemented by helping clients deal with basic needs without harming themselves or others and focusing on the present and future (not on the past). Realistic counseling sessions use the WDEP principles (Wants, Direction, Evaluation, and Planning). The aim of this research is to determine the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with reality counseling on reducing procrastination among students. This research uses qualitative research methods with an interview and observation approach and uses a single case experimental design. Data collection techniques use observation and interview methods. After the intervention, the subject showed positive changes in carrying out tasks and was able to evaluate and self-monitor using a To-Do List so that the plans and targets to be achieved could be according to the expected plans.