I just read this and I recognize this behavior as something I used to do all the time as an Undergrad.

http://gsas.columbia.edu/content/writing-resources?q=node/378

I used to be a terrible binge writer. I hear loads of people talking about it in the classes I teach, especially in the first year classes. I can’t say I’ve never pulled an all night-er during my masters but it’s something I would defiantly try to avoid doing now. On the other hand, I always had the best sleep after handing in an essay I stayed up all night to polish. My inner editor is a pain in the butt and has caused me many a sleepless night.