Relationship between Self-Efficacy and Creativity during the COVID19 Pandemic: Psychological Resilience as a Mediator
Bo Wang
Dan Wang
Xuan Cai
Minyue Hong
Qian Li
Ziqi Zhu
Wen Shen
The research investigates self-efficacy in terms of psychological support, creativity, and psychological resilience. Using the Runco ideational behavior scale, 881 Chinese university students participated in an online questionnaire survey to provide information on their demographics, selfefficacy, psychological resilience, and creativity. In terms of psychology, the coronavirus illness College students have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has disrupted their academics and leisure plans. The main objective of the study is to identify the impact of medications that increase psychological resilience and self-efficacy, which may be used to improve psychological and mental health. After examining correlations and controlling for these variables, it was discovered that self-efficacy and creativity had a positive link (r = 0.475, p < 0.01). This association was mediated by psychological resilience, with positive correlations found between creativity and psychological resilience (r = 0.388, p < 0.01) and between self-efficacy and psychological resilience (r = 0.188, p < 0.01). The study concluded that those with more psychological resilience tended to be more creative and that self-efficacy positively predicted creativity. This relationship was strengthened by the ability to overcome obstacles with a positive attitude and innovative activities, which helped people see the useful relationship between creativity and self-belief.
Keywords:Self-efficacy, Creativity COVID-19, Psychological resilience, Mediation model
