Using the temporal motivation theory to explain the relation between ADHD and procrastination

Objective The relationship between ADHD and procrastination is recognised among therapists educators. However, only a few studies confirm this correlation, even fewer offer theoretical explanation. A model of exists in Steel’s Temporal Motivation Theory, according to which fostered by the following motivation factors: low expectancy completing task successfully, negative value, impulsiveness – sensitivity delay until realisation. This study aims establish correlation examine whether these factors explain correlation.Method Two hundred two adult participants completed an online survey containing demographic background scales symptoms, procrastination, expectancy, aversiveness, impulsiveness.Results symptoms significantly positively correlated with negatively (all Ps < .001). Mediation analysis suggested that lower higher partially explained procrastination.Conclusions These findings help strong while demonstrating successfully high levels impulsiveness.