Table 4.
Moderating effect of social support.
Effecta, variable | R2 (ΔR2) | F | β |
---|---|---|---|
The direct effect of perceived stress on psychological distress | 0.07 | 12.27 | 0.37*** |
The direct effect of social support on psychological distress | 0.27 (0.19***) | 45.45 | −0.25*** |
The direct interactive effect (perceived stress × social support) on psychological distress | 0.26 (0.01**) | 41.84 | −0.08** |
p < 0.01;
p < 0.001.
Adjusted for the sociodemographic.