Academic expectation, self compassion, psychological capital, social support and student wellbeing
Abstract In an increasingly competitive academic environment students in pursuit of educational recognition are often vulnerable to the effects of stress. This study explored the relationship of academic stress and wellbeing in 258 university students (50 males and 208 females) aged 18 39 years old. The potential mediating variables of self compassion, psychological capital, and social support were also explored. Data were gathered through an online survey and analysed using correlation, hierarchical multiple regression analysis and path analysis. Findings revealed self compassion, psychological capital, and social support to mediate the relationship between academic stress and wellbeing. Research findings could be usefully applied to inform interventions to reduce stress and improve wellbeing within the student population.
International Journal of Educational Research