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Factors Associated With the Psychological Well-Being and Distress of University Students

Jessica L. Burris, Emily H. Brechting, John M. Salsman, Charles R. Carlson

Journal of American College Health · 2009 · 236 citations · 32 references

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Abstract

Results demonstrated that multiple protective and risk factors contribute to the psychological well-being and distress of university students. Health promotion practitioners should adopt strategies that strengthen the personality characteristics and values associated with university students' psychological health.

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