The bidirectional relationship between physical exercise and social self-efficacy: a cross-lagged model analysis of the mediating role of peer acceptance
Physical exercise and social self-efficacy form a mutually reinforcing dynamic cycle, with peer acceptance serving as a key mediating mechanism. This study provides scientific evidence for enhancing college students' social adaptation through creating positive peer environments.
Authors
- Ying Zhou (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9553-5419)
- Zhenqiang Zhao (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6303-6172)
- Ruoyu Li (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9929-3725)
- A-Reum Yang
Institutions
- Shanghai University of Sport (CN)
- Jinzhong University (CN)
- Taizhou University (CN)
- Zhejiang University of Finance and Economics (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Psychology
- Published
- 2025-11-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1701902
- Primary Topic
- Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00