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A Guided Web-Based Intervention Targeting Procrastination in College Students: Protocol for an Open Trial
Sevin Ozmen1, Arpana Amarnath1, Sascha Struijs1
1Department of Clinical Psychology, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
This study explores a web-based intervention to reduce academic procrastination in college students, guided by trained psychology students. Findings will assess feasibility, satisfaction, and potential mental health benefits.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Psychology
- Higher Education
Background:
- Academic procrastination is prevalent among college students, negatively impacting performance and mental well-being.
- Existing guided web-based interventions offer potential but require scalable, efficient guidance models.
- Guidance by trained clinical psychology students (e-coaches) remains an underexplored area.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a web-based procrastination intervention.
- To assess the effectiveness of guidance provided by student digital coaches (e-coaches).
Main Methods:
- A single-arm trial of a guided web-based intervention for Dutch university students.
- Asynchronous, text-based feedback from trained psychology students (e-coaches) to support participants.
- Primary outcomes: intervention satisfaction (CSQ-8), usability (SUS-10), and adherence (module completion).
Main Results:
- Recruitment initiated in January 2021, with 985 participants enrolled by May 2023.
- 372 participants completed the posttest, and 192 completed the follow-up.
- Analysis and publication of results are anticipated in 2024.
Conclusions:
- Examines student adherence and satisfaction with an eHealth procrastination intervention.
- Investigates the intervention's potential to reduce depression and stress.
- Assesses the efficacy of trained psychology students in guiding peer interventions, addressing mental health support needs.
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