The present qualitative study examines the intricate relationship between perfectionism, procrastination and anxiety among high-achieving college students in the Coimbatore districts. Acknowledging that strong academic performance is often accompanied by significant psychological strain, the study seeks to understand how these students perceive and manage the interconnected pressures shaping their academic experiences. Through semi-structured interviews with purposively selected high performers from multiple institutions, the research explores how personal expectations, fear of underperformance and achievement-oriented demands influence behavioral delays and emotional tension. Thematic analysis indicates that many students absorb high parental and institutional expectations, fostering perfectionistic attitudes that frequently escalate into anxiety and avoidance patterns. Participants emphasized that procrastination was not a sign of disinterest, but rather a strategy to cope with pressure and fear of falling short. The findings highlight the subtle yet substantial psychological burdens carried by academically driven students and point to the importance of customized mental health support, academic guidance and nurturing educational environments. Overall this study deepens the understanding of students’ lived academic realities and provides valuable implications for educators, mental health professionals and policymakers aiming to cultivate healthier academic cultures within higher education institutions in Coimbatore.
Perfectionism Procrastination & Anxiety and College Students.
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