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Why do people tend to want to play more as the exam approaches?
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Because people always feel much stressed when they are not fully prepared for the exam. And after the exams, they can always find some excuse for their failures. And of course, humans are born with laziness.

Answered: Jan 28

I think it's like a mix of stress and our brains playing tricks on us. When exams get closer, studying feels heavier, so we sometimes escape into playing games or scrolling online just to breathe. It might also be a subconscious way to avoid facing the pressure—like if we don't try our hardest, we can tell ourselves "I could have done better if I tried."

Plus, after long study sessions, our minds crave quick fun to recharge, even if timing isn't ideal. So yeah, it's not always laziness—it's often our mind's way of coping before the final sprint! 😅
 
 

Answered: Jan 06

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Blame it on that sneaky procrastination monster in our brains!

When exams loom, our minds panic and go, “Nope, not the textbooks—let's scroll reels, crush a round of games, or even reorganize the sock drawer instead!”

It's basically our brain's lazy way of dodging stress before the inevitable cram session hits.

Answered: Jan 12

People often crave relaxation before exams due to psychological pressure and anxiety avoidance. When facing high-stakes evaluations, the brain instinctively seeks escape from stress through pleasurable activities. Procrastination serves as temporary emotional relief, though it ultimately increases tension. This paradox reflects our natural tendency to prioritize immediate comfort over long-term goals.

Answered: Feb 08

Maybe reasons are various, however, I often play more after the exams.(ɔˆ ³(ˆ⌣ˆc)

Answered: Jan 31

Maybe it's just because they have done the preparation needed and can handle it with ease.

Answered: Jan 30

As for me, indeed the more my deadline close,the more my brain want to abandon.Why it happened,the answer may be find from neurobiology scientists.

Answered: Jan 30

They want perfect results. 

Answered: Jan 21

too much presure

Answered: Jan 19

Human is Human

Answered: Jan 16

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Why do people tend to want to play more as the exam approaches?
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Because people always feel much stressed when they are not fully prepared for the exam. And after the exams, they can always find some excuse for their failures. And of course, humans are born with laziness.

Answered: Jan 28

辣辣还是娜娜呀

I think it's like a mix of stress and our brains playing tricks on us. When exams get closer, studying feels heavier, so we sometimes escape into playing games or scrolling online just to breathe. It might also be a subconscious way to avoid facing the pressure—like if we don't try our hardest, we can tell ourselves "I could have done better if I tried."

Plus, after long study sessions, our minds crave quick fun to recharge, even if timing isn't ideal. So yeah, it's not always laziness—it's often our mind's way of coping before the final sprint! 😅
 
 

Answered: Jan 06

黑夜之天

233😂
 
Blame it on that sneaky procrastination monster in our brains!

When exams loom, our minds panic and go, “Nope, not the textbooks—let's scroll reels, crush a round of games, or even reorganize the sock drawer instead!”

It's basically our brain's lazy way of dodging stress before the inevitable cram session hits.

Answered: Jan 12

吴博恩
People often crave relaxation before exams due to psychological pressure and anxiety avoidance. When facing high-stakes evaluations, the brain instinctively seeks escape from stress through pleasurable activities. Procrastination serves as temporary emotional relief, though it ultimately increases tension. This paradox reflects our natural tendency to prioritize immediate comfort over long-term goals.

Answered: Feb 08

Stèlla

Maybe reasons are various, however, I often play more after the exams.(ɔˆ ³(ˆ⌣ˆc)

Answered: Jan 31