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The Impact of Peer Relationships on Prosocial Behavior

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This analysis focuses on the impact of peer relationships on prosocial behavior. The research employed a questionnaire method, leveraging a self-designed demographic data collection tool, a peer relationship scale, and a prosocial behavior scale to survey some adults in the Lanzhou area. A total of 354 questionnaires were collected. Subsequent to data arrangement, SPSS was leveraged for analysis. The results showed a significant correlation between peer relationships and prosocial behavior (ps< 0.001), with peer relationships positively predicting prosocial behavior (β= 0.960, t= 67.417, p< 0.001). Better peer relationships were aligned with an increased tendency for prosocial behavior. This result suggests that individuals should value peer relationships, as fostering good peer relationships not not only plays a role in diminishing stress and promote psychological and somatic health but also contributes to the development of a positive social atmosphere.

Source: Journal of Sociology and Ethnology

DOI: 10.23977/jsoce.2025.070121

Authors: Min Ou, Jingnan Wang

Institution: Northwest Normal University

Language: English

Topic: Nonprofit Sector and Volunteering

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Northwest Normal University

Award: G8156637497