The relationship between physical activity and mental toughness among Chinese university students: the chain-mediated role of self-esteem and social support

BackgroundAs Chinese university students increasingly face psychological challenges such as academic pressure and employment-related stress, mental toughness has gained attention as a crucial trait for coping with adversity. Physical activity has been considered a potential way to enhance mental tou...

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Main Authors: Zhixing Zhou, Jun Xiang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-07-01
Series:Frontiers in Psychology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1592192/full
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