Abstract
The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between depressive symptoms and collectivistic coping styles (CCS) among Malaysian college students. A total of 176 (130 females, 46 males) students from a university in Selangor, Malaysia, completed measures of CCS and mental well-being. Data were analyzed using correlation coefficient and regression analysis. Results revealed a significant positive relationship between mental well-being and CCS. Specifically, regression analysis showed that acceptance, reframing, and striving (ARS), family support (FS), and private emotional outlet (PEO) were significant predictors of mental well-being among college students in Malaysia. These dimensions of collectivistic coping strategies were particularly useful to mitigate stressors among college students in Malaysia.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 24-32 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | Psychology and Education |
| Volume | 56 |
| Issue number | 3-4 |
| Publication status | Published - 2019 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Education
- Developmental and Educational Psychology
- General Psychology