Abstract
The present study aims to examine whether self-efficacy mediates the relationship between optimism, dimensions of psychological well-being, and resilience among Iranian students. The participants in this study included 251 Iranian students from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM). Structural equation modeling using AMOS 20.0 was used to analyze the data. The results indicated that there were significant relationships between optimism, dimensions of psychological well-being, and resilience among Iranian students of UPM. The study findings presented that self-efficacy mediated the relationship between dimensions of psychological well-being (environmental mastery, autonomy, self-acceptance, positive relations with others, personal growth, and purpose in life) and resilience among Iranian students of UPM. Furthermore, self-efficacy was not observed to mediate the influence of optimism on resilience among Iranian students of UPM. The study’s findings help to understand the interrelationship between self-efficacy, various dimensions of psychological well-being, and resilience. Consequently, counselors, psychologists, and instructors can develop and plan valuable strategies to enhance students’ psychological factors.
Highlights
International students face changes in every aspect of life, including geographical location, weather conditions, food, language, cultural habits, and behaviors (Mori, 2000; Titrek et al, 2016)
The full mediation model had a significant effect (β = 0.421, p < 0.000)
This study examined the relationship between optimism, components of psychological well-being, and resilience among Iranian students in Universiti Putra Malaysia
Summary
International students face changes in every aspect of life, including geographical location, weather conditions, food, language, cultural habits, and behaviors (Mori, 2000; Titrek et al, 2016). The Iranian Students’ Association in UPM (ISAM) has stated that Iranian students at Universiti Putra Malaysia face numerous problems and challenges. Self-Efficacy, Psychological Well-Being, and Resilience stem from financial issues, communication problems, and academic difficulties. In this regard, international students need to experience a period of adjustment to various educational and social situations. Students must understand the importance of adjustment and its related factors (Misra et al, 2003). In this respect, Mesidor and Sly (2016) indicated that the level of self-efficacy among international students was significantly related to students’ psychological adjustment
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