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Current concepts in the assessment of emotional intelligence

Steven J. SteinJustin M. Deonarine

pp. 381-402

Abstract

Emotional intelligence (EI) refers to the ability to perceive, manage, evaluate, and use emotions. Broadly speaking, emotional intelligence addresses the emotional, personal, social, and survival dimensions of intelligence, which are often more important for daily functioning than the more traditional cognitive aspects of intelligence. The concept of emotional intelligence has brought new depth to the understanding of human intelligence; it enhances the ability to evaluate one's general or overall intelligence.This chapter examines the current state of emotional intelligence by comparing various models and approaches, as well as exploring the existing neurological evidence.

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Goldstein Sam, Princiotta Dana, Naglieri Jack A. (2015) Handbook of intelligence: evolutionary theory, historical perspective, and current concepts. Dordrecht, Springer.

Pages: 381-402

DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4939-1562-0_24

Full citation:

Stein Steven J., Deonarine Justin M. (2015) „Current concepts in the assessment of emotional intelligence“, In: S. Goldstein, D. Princiotta & J. A. Naglieri (eds.), Handbook of intelligence, Dordrecht, Springer, 381–402.