Author(s)

Xingshu Lu ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ The MacDuffie School, 66 School Street Granby, Massachusetts, 01033, USA

Corresponding Author

Xingshu Lu

ABSTRACT

This study explores the neurobiological mechanisms of dopamine reward pathways in active procrastination behavior, analyzing the relationship between neurotransmitter changes and behavioral patterns in procrastinators from a neuroscience perspective. The research finds that dopamine influences active procrastination behavior through four key mechanisms: motivational activation mechanism that provides procrastinators with strong internal drive as deadlines approach; time management decision-making mechanism that helps individuals optimize task timing based on reward expectations; stress response mechanism that transforms deadline pressure into a catalyst for productivity; and cognitive function regulation mechanism that enhances procrastinators' attention focus and creativity levels at critical moments. These findings provide a neurological explanation for active procrastinators' high performance under time pressure, revealing the complex biological foundation behind procrastination behavior.

KEYWORDS

Active Procrastination; Dopamine Reward Pathway; Motivational Activation; Time Decision-Making

CITE THIS PAPER

Xingshu Lu, The Role of Dopaminergic Reward Pathways in Active Procrastination Behaviors. Advances in Educational Technology and Psychology (2025) Vol. 9: 81-86. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/aetp.2025.090312.

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