Cross-cultural examination of social support, academic support, and well-being

A comparative study of Indian and international students

Authors

  • Nimisha Beri School of Education, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara
  • Kanika Thakur Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India
  • Narendra Kumar Central University of Rajasthan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32674/devfax39

Keywords:

Academic support, International students, Native Indians, Social support, University students, Well-being

Abstract

In this study, we used a comprehensive survey instrument to examine the nexus of social support, academic assistance, and well-being among 190 university students, including 64 international and 126 Indian students, with gender parity. It addresses a critical gap in the literature by exploring how emotional and educational support intertwine and elucidating their impact on students' psychological states. The findings highlighted a positive correlation between social and academic support and overall well-being for both cohorts, with minor cultural differences. The study underscores the importance of culturally sensitive interventions in fostering student well-being, calling for tailored support systems. These insights can enhance support services in academic institutions for diverse student populations with the aim of enhancing their holistic well-being.

Author Biographies

  • Kanika Thakur, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India

    Kanika Thakur, is a research scholar in the School of Education, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India. Email: kanikat.208@gmail.com

  • Narendra Kumar, Central University of Rajasthan

    Dr. Narendra Kumar is working as Assistant professor in Central University of Rajasthan, India. His email address is drnarendra.edu@curaj.ac.in

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Published

2025-01-12

Issue

Vol. 15 No. 2 (2025): Journal of International Students

Section

Research Articles (English)

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How to Cite

Beri, N., Thakur, K., & Kumar, N. (2025). Cross-cultural examination of social support, academic support, and well-being: A comparative study of Indian and international students. Journal of International Students, 15(2), 169-182. https://doi.org/10.32674/devfax39