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Research on the impact mechanism of Hubei traditional festival music activities on collective belonging and psychological safety in rural residents

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This study takes rural areas in Hubei province as a case, using 378 valid samples and employing structural equation modeling for empirical testing. The results show that Hubei traditional festival music activities can promote the development of cultural confidence among rural residents. Additionally, cultural confidence positively influences the sense of collective belonging and psychological sense of safety. The sense of collective belonging also enhances psychological safety. Moderation analysis reveals that life satisfaction positively moderates the effect of cultural confidence on both collective belonging and psychological safety. Theoretically, this study expands the research on the social functions of traditional festival music and enriches the cross-level relationship between cultural confidence and psychological safety. Practically, the research provides a basis for local governments and cultural management departments to foster social cohesion and sustainable development in rural communities.

Source: Frontiers in Psychology

DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2026.1757642

Authors: Qi Gao, Yu Xia

Institution: Huaihua University

Language: English

Topic: Social Capital and Networks

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,801