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  • 1Department of Psychology, University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand. k.strongman@psyc.canterbury.ac.nz

The Journal of Psychology
|July 25, 2000
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This study explored student break-taking behaviors during mental and physical work. Findings reveal potential discrepancies between reasons for breaks and actual activities, impacting productivity and self-perception.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Workplace Behavior
  • Time Management

Background:

  • Understanding the role of breaks in work is crucial for productivity.
  • Student populations often face unique challenges with time management and workload.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate student break-taking habits during academic and physical tasks.
  • To explore reasons cited for breaks and compare them with actual break activities.

Main Methods:

  • Study 1: Questionnaire survey of 101 students on break-taking, time management, procrastination, self-esteem, and work overload.
  • Study 2: 6-week daily diary study with 17 students documenting break-taking behavior.

Main Results:

  • Identified various reasons students take breaks from work.

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  • Observed potential differences between stated reasons for breaks and the activities performed during breaks.

    • Conclusions:

    • Break-taking behavior among students is complex and warrants further investigation.
    • Discrepancies between perceived and actual break activities may influence work outcomes.