Examining recovery experiences as a mediator between physical activity and study-related stress and well-being during prolonged exam preparation at university

Prolonged study periods such as preparing for comprehensive exams pose a significant source of chronic stress for university students. According to the Conservation of Resources Theory, the replenishment of resources during leisure time is essential to a successful stress recovery process. This stud...

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Main Authors: Reschke, Tom (Author) , Lobinger, Thomas (Author) , Reschke, Katharina (Author)
Format: Article (Journal)
Language:English
Published: July 18, 2024
In: PLOS ONE
Year: 2024, Volume: 19, Issue: 7, Pages: 1-19
ISSN:1932-6203
DOI:10.1371/journal.pone.0306809
Online Access:Verlag, kostenfrei, Volltext: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0306809
Verlag, kostenfrei, Volltext: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0306809
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Author Notes:Tom Reschke, Thomas Lobinger, Katharina Reschke

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