How and when cuteness responsiveness implicates meaning in life among Chinese college students: a moderated mediation model

Key Points

• Cuteness responsiveness significantly impacts the sense of meaning in life among college students, enhancing psychological well-being.
• A moderated mediation model reveals that personal characteristics play a crucial role in this relationship.
• Data from Chinese college students shows a strong connection between emotional responses to cuteness and life meaning.
• Understanding these psychological factors may help improve student mental health and enhance well-being.