The Relationship between Self-Esteem, Procrastination and Mental Health, among College Students

This study investigates the relationship between self-esteem, procrastination, and mental health among college students. A sample of 100 students (50 males and 50 females) aged 18-23 years from Kolhapur district participated in the study. The research utilized three tools: the Self-Esteem Scale (SES), Samvaidna’s Procrastination Scale, and the Mental Health Inventory. Data analysis was conducted using Pearson’s product-moment correlation to explore the interrelationships between self-esteem, procrastination, and mental health. Results revealed a strong negative correlation between self-esteem and procrastination (r = -0.59, p < .01), indicating that higher self-esteem is associated with lower levels of procrastination. Additionally, a strong positive correlation was found between self-esteem and mental health (r = 0.75, p < .01), suggesting that individuals with higher self-esteem report better mental health outcomes. Furthermore, a negative correlation was observed between procrastination and mental health (r = -0.61, p < .01), indicating that increased procrastination is linked to poorer mental health. These findings support previous research highlighting the role of self-esteem in reducing procrastination and enhancing mental health, while also underscoring the detrimental impact of procrastination on mental well-being. The study emphasizes the importance of fostering self-esteem in college students to mitigate procrastination and improve mental health.