The Role of Emotional Regulation in Predicting Self-Efficacy among Jordanian University Students: A Correlational Study

The present study examined the levels of emotional regulation and self-efficacy among Jordanian university students and explored the relationship between them in light of gender and academic year. The sample consisted of 678 undergraduate students selected randomly from several Jordanian universities during the first semester of the 2024/2025 academic year. Data were collected using the Emotional Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ) and the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE), both of which demonstrated high validity and reliability. Results revealed a moderate level of emotional regulation and a high level of self-efficacy, with a strong and statistically significant positive correlation between the two variables. No statistically significant differences were found based on gender or academic year, indicating homogeneity among students. The study recommended integrating emotional regulation skills into university programs, developing counseling interventions that strengthen self-confidence and academic adjustment, and conducting future research that considers additional variables such as cognitive flexibility, psychological resilience, and social support.