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The Relationship between Self-Concept and Negative Emotion: A Moderated Mediation Model
Qinfei Zhang1, Lvqing Miao1, Lichun He1
1Department of Psychology, Institute of Special Environmental Medicine, Nantong University, Nantong 226019, China.
Summary
Psychological resilience partially mediates the link between self-concept and negative emotions in college students. Exercise intensity further influences this relationship, highlighting its importance for student mental health.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Mental Health
- Sports Science
Background:
- College students face significant emotional challenges, including depression and anxiety, exacerbated by events like the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Understanding the interplay between self-concept, resilience, and negative emotions is crucial for student well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the mediating role of psychological resilience in the relationship between self-concept and negative emotions.
- To examine the moderating effect of exercise intensity on the association between self-concept and negative emotions in college students.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study involving 739 Chinese college students (ages 18-25).
- Utilized validated scales to measure self-concept, negative emotions, psychological resilience, and exercise intensity.
- Employed Hayes' PROCESS macro for SPSS to analyze mediation and moderation effects.
Main Results:
- A negative correlation was found between self-concept and negative emotions.
- Psychological resilience partially mediated the relationship between self-concept and negative emotions.
- Exercise intensity moderated the effects, with low-intensity activity strengthening the associations.
Conclusions:
- Psychological resilience is a key mediator linking self-concept to negative emotions in college students.
- Exercise intensity acts as a moderator, influencing both direct and indirect pathways.
- Findings suggest targeted interventions involving resilience-building and appropriate exercise can mitigate negative emotions.
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