The Association between effort-reward imbalance and behavioral inhibition/activation among college students: the moderating role of social support | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
The Association between effort-reward imbalance and behavioral inhibition/activation among college students: the moderating role of social support
Key Points
Behavioral activation levels relate significantly to effort-reward imbalance, hinting at emotional challenges.
The correlation observed is particularly influenced by the presence of social support among students.
Analysis of survey data highlights differences in behavioral patterns based on social support levels.
Findings suggest that enhancing social connections may alleviate negative effects of stress on behavior.