Thesis
Primary Author
Perpetua Ukamaka Udechukwu
Subject Category
emotional intelligence and psychological wellbeing
Institutional ID
MIUC-REP-377

Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Wellbeing among Women Religious in Nigeria

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Abstract

Women Religious are called to bear effective witness to the gospel in their religious vocation. However, some of them seem unable to manage their emotions and
the emotions of others, thereby hindering their ability to effectively live out their religious calling. Consequently, this study examined the Relationship between
Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Wellbeing among Women Religious in Nigeria. The study was guided by Goleman’s theory of Emotional Intelligence
and Ryff's theory of Psychological Wellbeing using a quantitative approach via a correlational research design. The population was 5,971 and the sample size was
375 selected using simple random sampling. The participants’ emotional intelligence was assessed using the Quick Emotional Intelligence Self-Assessment tool,
while their psychological wellbeing was measured using the Carol Ryff Scale of Psychological Wellbeing. Pearson’s correlation test was performed to determine
the relationship between emotional intelligence and psychological wellbeing among the participants. The results showed a statistically significant positive
relationship between emotional intelligence and psychological wellbeing among Women Religious in Nigeria. Recommendations based on the findings were made,
including suggestions for future research.

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