Examining the Effects of Academic Stress, Self‐Efficacy, Cognitive–Behavioral Outcomes, Psychological Distress, and Prosocial Behavior: A Moderated‐Mediation Model

This study found that academic stress negatively affects prosocial behavior, while academic self-efficacy positively predicts it. Self-efficacy also moderated the impact of stress, suggesting its protective role. The model explained a significant portion of the variance in prosocial behavior, highlighting the importance of enhancing self-efficacy to mitigate academic stress.