Cultural Adaptation and Psychometric Validation of the Pure Procrastination Scale in Colombian Adults

Procrastination negatively affects mental health and performance in academic and everyday activities. The Pure Procrastination Scale (PPS) is widely used to assess this behavior but has not been validated in Colombia. This study aimed to culturally adapt and psychometrically validate the PPS for the Colombian population using a mixed-methods approach. In the qualitative phase, the Spanish version was reviewed to assess linguistic and cultural appropriateness. In the quantitative phase, 465 adults completed measures of procrastination, planning, life satisfaction, and sociodemographic variables. Cross-validation analyses combining exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were conducted. The theoretically grounded three-factor model was retained as the most appropriate solution among the models tested. The scale showed high internal consistency (α and ω ≥ .90) and negative correlations with planning and life satisfaction. No differential item functioning by gender, age, or occupation was found. Overall, the adapted PPS showed satisfactory psychometric properties for use among Colombian adults.