Significant Mediator Research Articles

Intrinsic Capacity and Life Quality Among Taiwanese Older People: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Intrinsic capacity (IC), an internal composite ability proposed by the World Health Organization, is fundamental to older people's health. The present study examined potential models explaining the association between IC and quality of life (QoL) among older people in Taiwan. Frailty, basic activities of daily living (BADL), and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) were hypothesized to be mediators in the association between IC and QoL. Older people aged 50 years or above from community or medical center (N = 1,235; Mage = 72.63 years [SD = 7.19]; 601 males [48.7%]) completed a series of self-report and functional measures assessing IC, frailty, ADLs, and QoL. Results showed that IC was significantly associated with frailty, BADL, IADL, and QoL in the mediation models. Frailty was found to be a significant mediator in the association between IC and QoL alone or together with IADL. The findings indicate that IC is an important factor for older people to maintain good health and live a fulfilling life.

The mediating role of vitamin D in the relationship between triglyceride glucose index and mortality in patients with diabetes mellitus: a causal mediation analysis

ObjectiveThis study investigated the effects of triglyceride glucose index (TyG) and vitamin D levels on all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in diabetic patients and assessed the potential mediating role of vitamin D in the relationship between TyG and mortality.MethodsThe study was based on data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) database from 2001 to 2018, which included 6,318 patients with diabetes. Multivariable Cox proportional risk regression models were employed to assess the association between TyG and vitamin D levels and the risk of death in diabetic patients. The interaction between TyG and vitamin D and its effect on mortality was explored through restricted cubic spline analysis and causal mediation analysis.ResultsThe results demonstrated that the TyG index was positively associated with all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in diabetic patients, whereas vitamin D levels were negatively associated with mortality, exhibiting an overall U-shaped association. The results indicated that vitamin D partially mediated the association between TyG and all-cause mortality. Further analysis revealed a significant mediation between vitamin D and TyG, whereby alterations in vitamin D levels influenced the impact of TyG on mortality. Subgroup analyses demonstrated that the correlation between TyG and mortality was more pronounced in diabetic patients with vitamin D insufficiency.ConclusionThe study demonstrates the mediating influence of vitamin D on the relationship between TyG and mortality in diabetic patients. This finding underscores the necessity of evaluating the influence of vitamin D on survival outcomes in individuals with disparate levels of the TyG index.

From need to action: decoding the role of motivation in adherence to home-based cardiac rehabilitation exercise in chronic heart failure patients

BackgroundAdherence to home-based cardiac rehabilitation exercise remains suboptimal, and motivation may be the intrinsic driving force. This study aimed to explore the role of exercise regulatory motivation in mediating the relationship between psychological needs and exercise adherence among chronic heart failure patients, and to develop a mechanism model.MethodsThis study adopted an explanatory sequential mixed-methods design. A hypothesized model of adherence behavior was developed. A survey was used to test the theory-driven model. A semi-structured interview delved deeper into chronic heart failure patients’ experiences with HBCR exercise, identifying reasons behind significant mediation effects and refining the mechanism model.ResultsA total of 248 eligible chronic heart failure patients participated in the quantitative study. Exercise regulatory motivation partially mediated the relationship between psychological needs and exercise adherence. In the qualitative study, 18 chronic heart failure patients from the quantitative sample were purposefully selected. Five sub-themes emerged from the textual data, which were distilled into two overarching themes: “Specific Functions of Pathway Variables” and “Reasons for Mediation Path Significance.” Integrating the qualitative and quantitative results, it was found that satisfying patients’ psychological needs for exercise activates regulatory motivation, which in turn triggers sustained exercise behavior. As motivation becomes increasingly internalized, patients are able to set clear goals and maintain or adjust their home-based cardiac rehabilitation exercise over the long term.ConclusionFrom a health psychology perspective, this study is the first to reveal the role of exercise regulatory motivation in linking psychological needs and exercise adherence among chronic heart failure patients, ultimately developing a mechanism model.Clinical Trial NumberNot applicable.

Exploring the Mediated-Moderated Impact in ESG-Value Nexus: The role of Cost of Debt and Firm Size in Chinese Listed Companies

Background: ESG disclosures are critical aspects of corporate reporting, reflecting an entity’s commitment towards sustainable and responsible business practices. In China, the increasing emphasis on the ESG practices tends to raise questions regarding their effect on the financial performance, specifically in case of the listed companies. Purpose: The study aims to investigate the influence of ESG disclosures and Firm Value of the Chinese listed companies, directly, as well as through the mediating effect of cost of debt and size’s moderating role. Design: The study employs a fixed-effects regression for a panel dataset, consisting of 1065 observations, developed using 213 entities and 5 fiscal years (2018 to 2022). The independent variables of the study are the individual ESG components and the aggregate ESG score while Tobin’s Q is the dependent variable. The control variables include leverage, profitability, growth, age, and liquidity. The cost of debt and size has been proxied by the interest costs and natural log of total assets respectively. Results: ESG metrics, individually or collectively, do not influence Tobin’s Q whereas the interaction effect of the size tends to influence the value negatively, only in case of the total ESG score. It states that the positive effect on market value declines as the size of the company increases. The cost of debt, on the other hand, is a significant mediator in the interaction aspect, adversely influencing Tobin’s Q. Policy Implications: The policy makers must support the smaller companies in their ESG adoption as they are more likely to benefit from the ESG practices due to their increase in the market valuation. Additionally, tailored ESG reporting as well as implementation strategies tend to maximise the financial benefits across different firm sizes. Originality/Value: The novel insights provided by the study into the complicated dynamics of the ESG and Value in case of the Chinese companies highlights varied effects. The role of firm size and the importance of cost of debt are prominent in contributing to a broader understanding of the ESG’s role in enhancing value of the enterprises.

Building Psychological Capital: Role of Perceived Authentic Organization Behavior and Perceived Inclusion

This study investigates the mediating role of perceived inclusion in the relationship between perceived authentic organizational behavior (AOB) and psychological capital, while examining the moderating influence of leader-member exchange (LMX) on the link between perceived AOB and perceived inclusion. Employing a quantitative, cross-sectional design, data were gathered from employees of Islamic banks across six major cities in Pakistan (N=254). Using structural equation modeling (SEM) in AMOS, we tested a moderated mediation model. Results indicated that perceived AOB positively influenced psychological capital through perceived inclusion, which served as a significant mediator in this relationship. However, the moderating effect of LMX on the AOB-inclusion relationship was not supported. This study addresses a notable gap in the literature by examining antecedents of psychological capital, focusing specifically on AOB, rather than the extensively studied construct of authentic leadership. Grounded in social exchange and LMX theories, this research contributes novel insights by applying a moderated mediation model within the distinct context of Islamic banking in Pakistan, offering implications for understanding organizational behavior and employee well-being in culturally specific work settings.

Attitude Behavior Tendencies and Knowledge Orientation as Antecedents of Maritime English Learning: Practical Implications for the International Maritime Industry

Maritime English is a crucial element in the international maritime industry, enabling effective communication and ensuring safety at sea. Considering the importance of English proficiency in the maritime context, this study aims to develop an effective learning model using the Maritime English Reconstruction (MER) approach. This model is designed to enhance the effectiveness of maritime English learning through the application of relevant and contextual reconstruction techniques. The study examines the influence of attitude behavior tendencies, knowledge orientation, and the mediating role of MER on learning effectiveness. This research employs a quantitative method with data collection techniques through simple random sampling. The respondents in this study are final-year students majoring in maritime studies from various state universities in Jakarta and Semarang, Indonesia, with 248 valid questionnaires analyzed. Data analysis is conducted using Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) with the assistance of SmartPLS 3 software. The results of the study indicate that attitude behavior tendencies and knowledge orientation have a significant influence on MER and learning effectiveness. Furthermore, MER is proven to act as a significant mediator in the relationship between attitude behavior tendencies and learning effectiveness, as well as between knowledge orientation and learning effectiveness. These findings suggest that the MER method plays a vital role in improving the results of maritime English learning by enhancing the application of relevant and contextual reconstruction techniques.

Generation Z’s role in addressing social challenges through social entrepreneurship: Moral obligation is the key

The current study examines how moral obligation impacts the social entrepreneurial intentions of Generation Z with the help of Theory of Planned Behavior. The data comprises 392 undergraduate and postgraduate professional course students who fall in the category of Generation Z. PLS-SEM 4 was used for the analysis. We could note from our results that moral obligation is a significant factor in impacting social entrepreneurial intentions. Moreover, it has different impacts with the determinants of theory of planned behavior. Theory of planned behavior is significant and positive mediator between the relationship of moral obligation and social entrepreneurial intentions, however, interestingly, subjective norms failed to act as mediator for the same. The study also highlights implications for policymakers and practitioners to increase social entrepreneurial intentions and propose future research agenda in this research field.

Do Incentives Mediate the Willingness of Civil Defence Force Volunteer Members to Respond in Pandemic and Stay as Volunteers?

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Malaysia opened over thirty Low-Risk COVID-19 Quarantine and Treatment Centre (PKRC). These PKRCs needed many volunteers to help first responders with non-medical services and patient management. Luckily many new volunteers signed up for this risky work. These volunteer hours were paid. How willing are they to volunteer? Will they stay? Did the incentive mediate volunteering and staying? To illuminate, this research was done. 391 respondents involved. They were the volunteers registered with the Civil Defence Force (the Force). They were chosen by voluntary sampling technique. An online survey was used for data collection. The survey instrument contains two main variables: willingness to respond and intention to stay, and a mediator: incentives. The instrument adapted the Expectancy Theory of Motivation and the Extended Parallel Process Model. The study found that their willingness to respond during pandemics was at a moderate level. Their intention to stay, however, is low. The availability of incentives has been identified as a significant mediator in influencing volunteers' willingness to respond during pandemics and retain them as Civil Defence Force volunteer members. This was significant because many people lost their jobs when the pandemic occurred. Their job alternative at that time was paid volunteering. Thus, it is relevant for the government to offer incentives if a huge number of volunteers is required during a long-term disaster.

Determinant Factors of Entrepreneurial Culture in University Students: An Analysis from the Theory of Planned Behavior at a Peruvian University

This study analyzed the influence of attitude toward innovation and creativity, entrepreneurial self-efficacy, and institutional support in the consolidation of an entrepreneurial culture among Peruvian university students, using the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) as the theoretical framework. Data were collected from 948 students through a validated 29-item questionnaire, and the data analysis was conducted using the PLS-SEM method. The results showed that both attitude toward innovation and entrepreneurial self-efficacy have a significant positive impact on entrepreneurial culture, and entrepreneurial self-efficacy acted as a partial mediator in this relationship. However, external resources and institutional support were not significant mediators between entrepreneurial intention and entrepreneurial culture. This study expands the understanding of TPB in the Peruvian context, highlighting the importance of fostering self-efficacy and an innovative attitude in students to strengthen entrepreneurial culture in universities. Educational institutions should consider these key factors when designing programs that promote entrepreneurship.

From Ratings to Results: How Feedback Orientation Bridges Rater Behavior and Job Performance

This study investigates the effects of raters’ effective performance management behaviors on ratee job performance, with feedback orientation mediating this relationship. Grounded in social exchange theory, this dyadic study collected data from 301 rater-ratee dyads in the telecom sector Islamabad using a purposive sample and time-lag design. Self-administered questionnaires were used to gather data from both raters and ratees at two separate time points (Time 1 and Time 2). The data were analyzed using MPlus software, revealing that effective rater performance management behaviors positively impact ratee job performance. Feedback orientation emerged as significant mediators highlighting the importance of feedback processes in enhancing ratee performance. This study contributes to the existing literature by elucidating the complex dynamics of rater performance management behaviors, and feedback processes, providing valuable insights for organizations seeking to develop targeted interventions and improve rateeperformance. The findings suggest that organizations should prioritize training rater to effectively manage performance and foster open feedback cultures.

Effect of School HPV Vaccination Requirements on Pediatricians’ Recommendations

Background/objectives: Pediatrician recommendations are highly influential in parents’ decisions to vaccinate their children against HPV. Unqualified, presumptive, and bundled recommendations (UPBRs) are associated with increased HPV vaccine uptake and are considered best practice. This study analyzes pediatricians’ self-reported data to assess changes in UPBR use and the psychosocial determinants of UPBR use as a result of the implementation of a multi-level intervention, the Adolescent Vaccination Program (AVP). Methods: We surveyed pediatricians across 51 clinics in the Houston area. Baseline surveys (n = 137) were distributed in 2015, and follow-ups (n = 120) in 2019. Results: Pediatrician UPBR use significantly increased as a result of AVP implementation. Change in the provider belief that it is necessary to tell parents that HPV vaccination is not required for public school attendance significantly predicted UPBR use at follow up. This belief was also a significant mediator of increased use of UPBRs at follow-up. Conclusions: AVP was successful in increasing pediatricians’ use of UPBRs. Change in UPBR use is related to one critical psychosocial determinant: beliefs about communication regarding the non-mandatory nature of HPV vaccination for school enrollment. HPV vaccine promotion efforts should devote focus to changing pediatricians’ beliefs about the necessity of disclosing the non-mandatory nature of HPV vaccination for school attendance.

Parent Outreach Efforts Extend the Sustained Benefits of a Preschool Classroom Intervention: Adolescent Follow-Up of a Randomized Controlled Trial.

The Research-based Developmentally Informed (REDI) program enriched Head Start classrooms with teacher-delivered curriculum components designed to enhance child social-emotional learning and language-literacy skills. Parents received information about the program via backpack express, including weekly handouts about program topics and three DVDs illustrating REDI interactive strategies and suggesting home learning activities. In addition to effects on child skill acquisition and school performance (reported previously), positive effects emerged on a family-based outcome: parents of children in REDI-enriched classrooms reported higher quality preschool parent-child conversations than parents in the randomized control group (usual practice) classrooms. This study examined the long-term benefits associated with intervention-related improvements in preschool conversations. The original sample included 356 children (58% White, 24% Black, and 18% Latinx; 54% girls, 46% boys); 77% had the high school follow-up data used in this study. Longitudinal GLM analyses documented significant REDI intervention effects on parent-adolescent communication quality (assessed in the 7th and 9th grades) and on parent- and youth-reported high school behavior problems (assessed in 11th grade). Path analyses revealed significant serial mediation from intervention-related improvements in preschool conversations to parent-adolescent communication quality (grades 7-9) to reductions in later youth-reported (but not parent-reported) behavior problems (grade 11). The findings suggest that including "light touch" parent engagement materials with preschool classroom interventions can contribute to long-term program benefits.

Self and body representation among women survivors of childhood abuse and its relation to their infant's temperament.

Studies have suggested that women's history of childhood abuse is associated with the temperament of their children, as indicated by increased negative emotionality and decreased regulatory capacity. The aim of this study was to examine a model according to which the association between maternal childhood abuse and infant temperament would be mediated by women's self-objectification and sense of disrupted body boundaries. Four hundred forty women were recruited on a maternity ward within 48 hr of giving birth (Time 1). Of them, 295 (67.05%) participated in the second assessment, 3 months postpartum (Time 2). Participants' self-objectification and sense of body boundaries were assessed at Time 1. Maternal history of childhood abuse and infant temperament were assessed at Time 2. Structural equation modeling yielded two significant mediation effects: (a) the association between maternal history of childhood abuse and infant's negative emotionality was mediated by self-objectification, and (b) the association between maternal history of childhood abuse and infant's orienting/regulatory capacity was mediated by a sense of disrupted body boundaries. This study highlights the significant influence of maternal self and body representations on infant temperament, suggesting that these factors may be relevant for clinical interventions with mothers with a history of childhood abuse to support their children's well-being. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

Unlocking Success: Measuring Higher Education Students' Performance Through E-Books and M-Learning

Digital integration in higher education (HE) has made significant progress in the first quarter of the twenty-first century, paving the way for more significant strides in the future. The present study investigated the role of E-books and M-learning on the academic performance of university students in Pakistan. We selected 430 university students from 10 universities in Punjab province using multi-method and multi-stage sampling techniques. The study's research design was a descriptive survey with cross-sectional data collection using a self-developed questionnaire. For the data analysis, we used Jamovi software (Version 2.4.11). The results revealed that E-books (B = 1.635, SE = .10, t = 15.1, p <.001) significantly contribute to students M-learning behaviour, which (B = 1.149, SE = .092, t = -1.59, p <.001) significantly contribute to university students’ academic performance. It was also found that M-learning was a significant mediator for the relationship between E-books and academic performance at (B = .421, SE = .03, 95 % CI [.365, .502], Z = 12.6, p < .001), predicting 57.5 % of the total mediation. Based on the study’s results, we suggested that university students should effectively use E-books and M-learning to enhance their academic performance, leading to academic success.

Examining the Influence of Locus of Control on Citizenship Behavior: The Mediating Role of Naturalistic Intelligence in Urban Sustainability

This study aims to examine the relationship between Locus of Control (LOC), Naturalistic Intelligence (NI), and Behavioral Citizenship (BC) in the context of sustainable cities in Indonesia. The primary objective is to investigate how LOC influences BC and the mediating role of NI in this relationship. The research was conducted in Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta, with a sample of 200 participants. Data were collected using a questionnaire with a 5-point Likert scale, and analysis was performed using Path Analysis with SmartPLS software. The key findings demonstrate that LOC positively impacts both NI and BC, with NI serving as a significant mediator between LOC and BC. Individuals with a high sense of control over their lives and strong naturalistic intelligence are more likely to engage in pro-environmental and community-oriented behaviors. These findings underscore the importance of psychological factors in promoting sustainable citizenship behaviors. The study contributes to the literature by highlighting the role of naturalistic intelligence as a crucial mediator in the relationship between personal control and active citizenship. It also offers practical insights for urban policymakers and community leaders, emphasizing the need to incorporate environmental education and psychological empowerment into urban sustainability programs to foster greater community engagement and responsibility.

Linking Accessibility, Easiness and Satisfaction of Users for Public Service Deliveries Through ICTs: Do Amenities Make Things Better?

This study explores the complex relationships between the accessibility of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in rural Haryana and user satisfaction with public services. The study explores how ‘easiness’ mediates the relationship between accessibility and satisfaction, putting forth a complex model of moderated mediation in which amenities play a key moderating role. Using a large dataset of 981 respondents, the study makes use of several advanced statistical techniques. The results show that there is a significant mediation impact of ease of use in the link between accessibility and satisfaction. Additionally, the study reveals that amenities have a moderating effect on this association, influencing its nature and degree of strength. Remarkably, the ease of use mediates the indirect effect of accessibility on satisfaction, which is strongest in areas with a lot of good or high-quality amenities. All things considered, this study makes a substantial contribution to our understanding of the complex interactions between accessibility, ease of use, conveniences and user satisfaction when it comes to ICT-based public service delivery in rural regions. The information gathered has important policy implications since it highlights how facilities and technology accessibility play a crucial role in increasing user satisfaction in rural development programs.

Perceived Social Support Mediates the Relationship Between Benefit Finding and Depressive Symptoms Among Young and Middle-Aged Stroke Survivors and Their Spouse Caregivers

Background Existing literature indicates that benefit finding and social support play protective roles against depressive symptoms. However, there is a lack of understanding regarding the interplay between benefit finding, social support, and depressive symptoms within the dyadic context of stroke survivor-spousal caregiver relationships. Objective The objective of this study is to investigate the relationships among benefit finding, social support, and depressive symptoms in young and middle-aged stroke survivors and their spouse caregivers. In addition, the mediating role of social support in the association between benefit finding and depressive symptoms is explored. Methods A total of 203 pairs of stroke survivor-spouse caregiver were included in the study. Depressive symptoms, social support, and benefit finding were measured using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9, the Perceived Social Support Scale, the Benefit Finding Scale, and the Caregiver Benefit Finding Scale. The Actor-Partner Interdependence Mediation Model was used to assess direct and indirect effect. Results The findings revealed a significant negative association between higher levels of benefit finding and lower depressive symptoms in both stroke survivors (actor effect, −0.126) and spousal caregivers (partner effect, −0.044). Perceived social support emerged as a significant mediator in the relationship between benefit finding and depressive symptoms in spousal caregivers (indirect effect, −0.024). Furthermore, spousal caregivers' perceived social support served as a mediating variable between caregiver benefit finding and depressive symptoms in stroke survivors (indirect effect, −0.023). Conclusion The study underscores the interdependence between stroke survivors and spousal caregivers, highlighting the mutual influence they have on each other. Consequently, targeted interventions addressing both members of the dyad, with a focus on enhancing benefit finding and social support, could prove beneficial in ameliorating depressive symptoms in stroke survivor-spousal caregiver.

Capability choices in tourism and economic activities: The influence of human development

We applied Sen’s capabilities approach to examine how human development influences the association between tourism expansion and economic growth in different groups of developed, developing, and transitional countries. The mediation test explores the distinctive patterns of the Human Development Index as a mediator between tourism and per capita GDP. Developed nations exhibit a significant negative mediation effect, hinting at saturation and competition challenges, while developing and transition economies showcase a positive and considerable mediation effect, emphasizing the potential for tourism to fuel economic growth under favorable human development conditions. In addition, we conducted a convergent cross-mapping causality test highlighting the contextual nuances in the tourism-growth relationship.

Mediating Role of Psychological Resilience Between Depression and Quality of Life in Maintenance Hemodialysis Patients in Baoding City, China: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) are at an increased risk for emotional issues, with depression being the most prevalent psychological concern, significantly impacting their quality of life. This study aimed to explore the mediating effect of psychological resilience on the relationship between depression and quality of life in maintenance hemodialysis (MHD) patients. This cross-sectional study aimed to explore the mediating effect of psychological resilience on the relationship between depression and quality of life in MHD patients in Baoding, China. Conducted from January 2024 to July 2024, the study involved a questionnaire survey of 215 MHD patients across five hospitals in Baoding. Data were collected using General information questionnaire, Hemodialysis Patient Depression Scale, Psychological Resilience Scale, and Quality of Life Scale, and structural equation modeling using AMOS 21.0 was employed to analyze the mediating effect. The scores for depression, psychological resilience, and quality of life in these MHD patients were 9.37±4.6, 30.58±6.1, and 59.48±9.3, respectively. Depression had a negative correlation with quality of life, while psychological resilience had a positive correlation with quality of life (with correlation coefficients of -0.453 and 0.578, respectively, all P<0.01). Psychological resilience played a mediating role in the relationship between depression and quality of life (β=-0.13, P<0.05), with the mediating effect analysis showing a significant indirect effect of depression on quality of life. The direct and indirect effects of depression on quality of life were -0.34 and -0.13, respectively, with a total effect of -0.47. The mediating effect accounted for 27.7% of the total effect. Interpretation: PHQ-9 scores range from 0 to 27, with higher scores indicating more severe depressive symptoms. CD-RISC scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores reflecting greater psychological resilience. SF-12 scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating a better quality of life. Depression, psychological resilience, and quality of life in MHD patients were at a moderately low level. Depression in MHD patients can indirectly affect their quality of life through psychological resilience, suggesting that healthcare professionals should take measures to reduce depression levels, enhance psychological resilience, and ultimately improve the quality of life for these patients. Psychological resilience was identified as a significant mediator in this relationship, highlighting its potential as a target for interventions aimed at improving the mental well-being and quality of life of MHD patients. These results underscore the importance of integrating psychological support into the care of MHD patients.

The Mediating Roles of Self-Compassion and Emotion Regulation in the Relationship Between Psychological Resilience and Mental Health Among College Teachers.

The compromised well-being of educators engenders a range of educational, social, and economic issues that cannot be adequately addressed through the mere awareness of risk factors. The present research explores the mediating roles of self-compassion and emotion regulation strategies (cognitive reappraisal and expressive suppression) on the relationship between academic teachers' psychological resilience and mental health. A total of 405 academic teachers from four colleges in Tabuk City, Saudi Arabia, participated in the study between September and November 2023. The standardized questionnaires measuring psychological resilience (The Brief Resilience Scale- BRS), self-compassion (The Self-Compassion Scale-SCS), emotion regulation (The Emotion Regulation Scale-ERS), and mental health (General Health Questionnaire-12) were used to collect data. The bivariate correlation, regression, and path analysis were employed to investigate their associations. The findings demonstrated a significant positive impact of psychological resilience on mental health (β=0.39, p<0.001). Self-compassion emerged as a significant positive mediator, strengthening the association between resilience and mental health (β=0.18, p<0.01). Cognitive reappraisal was found to have a positive mediating effect on this relationship (β=0.16, p<0.01), highlighting its functional significance in regulating emotions. Conversely, expressive suppression was found to negatively mediate the relationship, with an indirect effect of β=-0.12 (p<0.05), indicating a maladaptive influence on mental health. The research emphasizes the significance of fostering self-compassion and adaptive regulatory strategies, like cognitive reappraisal, while mitigating maladaptive approaches, including expressive suppression, in order to enhance the mental health of university educators. These findings underscore the necessity for culturally sensitive mental health interventions within educational institutions in Saudi Arabia.