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  • Sleep Science

Background:

  • Existing research on Sleep Procrastination primarily examines behaviors before sleep (Bedtime Procrastination).
  • The phenomenon of procrastination occurring after initiating bedtime (While-in-Bed Procrastination) remains under-explored.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate While-in-Bed Procrastination as a novel component of Sleep Procrastination.
  • To explore the relationship between Bedtime Procrastination and While-in-Bed Procrastination.

Main Methods:

  • An online study involving 400 high school students (mean age 16.56).
  • Adaptation and validation of the Bedtime Procrastination scale.
  • Development of a new While-in-Bed Procrastination scale.

Main Results:

  • A low correlation (r = 0.158) was found between Bedtime and While-in-Bed Procrastination.
  • Bedtime Procrastination correlated with later waking and dinner times.
  • While-in-Bed Procrastination was associated with being male, later desired sleep times, and earlier dinner times.

Conclusions:

  • Sleep Procrastination likely comprises both Bedtime and While-in-Bed facets.
  • Relying solely on Bedtime Procrastination provides an incomplete understanding of sleep procrastination.
  • While-in-Bed Procrastination represents a significant, previously overlooked aspect of sleep behavior, opening new research avenues.