ArticleFrontiers in psychology2025
How does physical education influence university students' psychological health? An analysis from the dual perspectives of social support and exercise behavior.
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- Comparative Experimental Study on How Physical Education Influences Psychological Well-Being and Cognitive Development Among College Students.International journal of psychology : Journal international de psychologie · 2026Article
- Longitudinal effects of physical activity on university students' mental health via self-efficacy and the moderating role of peer support.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Physical literacy, sense of belonging in the sports environment, and college students' mental health: an analysis of relational paths based on differences in exercise groups.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Article
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- A study on the correlation between types and duration of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and mobile phone dependence among adolescents.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Modeled associations between university physical education mechanisms and students' mental health.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Article
- Social support and psychological safety in university volleyball: a qualitative study of sustained participation.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Article
- Swimming classes as campus blue space: a qualitative study of emotion regulation, social support and psychological resilience among university students.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Article
- Positive parenting style and academic burnout in physical education teacher education students: a chain mediating model of physical activity and meaning in life.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Article
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Abstract
Objective: Physical education, as a central component of educational systems, plays a unique role in enhancing the psychological well-being of university students. This study investigates the impacts of physical education on students' mental health and examines the mediating roles of social support and exercise behavior. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey was conducted using the Physical Education Satisfaction Scale, SCL-90, the Social Support Questionnaire, and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire. A total of 1,437 university students were assessed. Results: The research found a positive correlation between physical education at universities and students' mental health, with a direct significant effect ( Conclusion: Physical education is a crucial influencing factor for university students' psychological health and also indirectly impacts mental well-being through improved social support and increased exercise behavior.
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