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Abstract
This article examines the psychological impact of self-sabotage, procrastination, and perfectionism on individual functioning. Recent studies consider procrastination as a complex psychological phenomenon associated with psychological well-being, perfectionism, anxiety, and motivation. Research indicates that adaptive and maladaptive forms of perfectionism may have different effects on individual functioning. The article analyzes the influence of task postponement, fear of failure, excessively high personal standards, and negative self-evaluation on individual functioning. It also highlights the importance of psychological self-regulation, realistic goal setting, and healthy motivation in reducing self-sabotaging behavior and procrastination. Recent research suggests that reducing procrastination may contribute to improved psychological well-being.
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