When Procrastination Meets Burnout: Investigating the Academic Struggles of Medical Students at UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Doby Indrawan; Dyah Pramesti Gayuh Utami Asih Lestari

doi:10.59890/ijnhs.v3i3.56

Authors

Doby Indrawan UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang
Dyah Pramesti Gayuh Utami Asih Lestari UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59890/ijnhs.v3i3.56

Keywords:

Academic Procrastination, Burnout, Medical Students, Time Management, Higher Education

Abstract

Academic procrastination is a major issue among medical students, often leading to stress, burnout, and decreased academic performance. Despite the rigorous nature of medical education, limited studies have explored the direct relationship between procrastination and burnout. This study examines the correlation between academic procrastination and burnout among medical students, focusing on key procrastination factors contributing to academic stress. A quantitative correlational research design was employed, involving 93 medical students from UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang selected through total sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire based on validated scales measuring six procrastination indicators (P1-P6) and three burnout dimensions (B1-B3) from the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI). Spearman’s rank correlation analysis was used to assess the relationships. Findings indicate a moderate positive correlation (r = 0.430, p < 0.01) between procrastination and burnout, suggesting that procrastinators are more likely to experience burnout. Among procrastination factors, distraction (r = 0.518, p < 0.01) and poor time management (r = 0.476, p < 0.01) strongly predict academic exhaustion (B1), while laziness (r = 0.409, p < 0.01) is correlated with cynicism (B2). A negative correlation (r = -0.411, p < 0.01) between procrastination and inefficacy suggests that procrastinators do not always perceive themselves as ineffective but rely on last-minute productivity. These findings highlight the impact of procrastination on academic burnout, emphasizing the need for structured time management strategies, mindfulness interventions, and academic support programs. Future research should explore intervention-based solutions to mitigate procrastination-related burnout and enhance academic resilience

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