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KMID : 1002520160100040239
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Korean Journal of Health Service Management
2016 Volume.10 No. 4 p.239 ~ p.248
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The Relationship between Life Stress and Depression in University Students : Mediating Effect of Self-efficacy
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Lee Jeong-Sook
Lee Sun-Young
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Abstract
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Objectives : The purpose of this study was to examine the mediation effects of self-efficacy on the relationship between life stress and depression in university students to provide a basis for planning nursing interventions to improve the mental health of university students.
Methods : Data were collected from September 1 to September 30, 2015 by giving a questionnaire to 272 university students. The instruments for this study were life stress, self-efficacy, and depression. The data were analyzed with descriptive statistics, Pearson's correlation coefficients, and multiple linear regression with the SPSS/WIN 18.0 program.
Results : There were significant correlations among life stress, self-efficacy, and depression. Additionally, self-efficacy had a mediating effect on the relationship between life stress and depression.
Conclusions : Based on the findings of this study, health management programs focusing on stress management and self-efficacy improvement are highly recommended to promote good mental health in university students.
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KEYWORD
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Depression, Life Stress, Self-efficacy, University Students
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