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Iraida Delhom1, Margarita Gutierrez2, Beatriz Lucas-Molina3
1a International University of Valencia.
Personality significantly predicts emotional intelligence (EI) in older adults, with notable differences compared to younger populations. This research explores how personality shapes EI during the aging process.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Psychology
- Emotional Intelligence Research
Background:
- Emotional intelligence (EI) is crucial in aging.
- EI is closely linked to personality in the general population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate if personality predicts EI in older adults.
- To compare EI-personality relationships in aging versus the general population.
Main Methods:
- Structural equation modeling was employed.
- A sample of 233 healthy older adults (60-90 years) completed EI and personality self-report scales.
Main Results:
- Personality significantly predicts EI in older adults.
- All Big Five personality factors, except neuroticism, showed a predictive relationship with EI.
- Neuroticism's variability in aging may explain its non-significant predictive role.
Conclusions:
- Personality influences EI differently in older adults compared to younger populations.
- Further research is needed to understand personality's impact on positive emotional development in aging.
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