The role of emotional intelligence in the adaptation of adolescent boys in a private school
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Authors
Erasmus, Cathariena Petronella
Issue Date
2007-03
Type
Dissertation
Language
en
Keywords
Emotions , Emotional intelligence , Adolescence , Risk-taking behaviour , Private school , Q-metrics questionnaire , Interview , Sacks Sentence Completion test , Adolescent boy , Adaptation
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Abstract
The lack of emotional intelligence can be linked to problem behaviour in adolescent boys between 14 and 18 years of age. The concepts of emotions, emotional intelligence, adolescents and adaptation formed the focal point of this research. Profiles were compiled from data obtained from the Q-metrics emotional intelligence questionnaire, the Sacks Sentence Completion Test, an unstructured interview and the projection media (Draw a person). Detailed information with regards to risk and protective factors for each adolescent boy were provided. The above techniques and measuring instruments provided a holistic picture of the adolescent's level of emotional functioning as well as hypotheses for future therapy. The importance of the father-son relationship in the adolescent years was stressed. Early identification of adolescent boys in a private school (with low levels of emotional development) enables the school to implement programmes aimed at developing emotional intelligence.
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Citation
Erasmus, Cathariena Petronella (2007) The role of emotional intelligence in the adaptation of adolescent boys in a private school, University of South Africa, Pretoria, <http://hdl.handle.net/10500/2203>