Self-assessment

Procrastination test (GPS)

The General Procrastination Scale (GPS) by T.A. Lay (1986) is one of the most used tools to measure general procrastination in adults.

15 statements about postponing, getting started, time planning, and self-regulation. The result is indicative only and not for diagnosis.

Source
General Procrastination Scale (Lay, 1986).
Audience
Adults who want to understand their procrastination patterns.
Scale
1 = Does not fit at all · 5 = Fits completely. Total 15–75 (higher = more procrastination).
Interpretation
Low: 15–35 · Moderate: 36–50 · High: 51–75.

How well do these statements fit you?

General Procrastination Scale
  1. I often postpone things that should be done.
  2. When I have a task, I often wait until the last moment.
  3. I find it hard to get started on important things.
  4. I tend to avoid tasks even when they are important.
  5. I often start things but finish them late.
  6. I often let small things take priority over bigger tasks.
  7. I often don’t get things done until it’s absolutely necessary.
  8. I often struggle to meet deadlines.
  9. I often wait until I feel “in the right mood.”
  10. I plan to do things but don’t finish them on time.
  11. I often let distractions take over.
  12. I perform better under time pressure. (reversed)
  13. I easily lose track of time when I need to do important tasks.
  14. I often regret putting things off.
  15. I feel I procrastinate more than I want to.