Degree

BS (Social Sciences & Liberal Arts)

Faculty / School

School of Economics and Social Sciences (SESS)

Department

Department of Social Sciences & Liberal Arts

Date of Award

Fall 2024

Date of Submission

2024-09-12

Advisor

Dr. Ayesha Zia, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Sciences

Project Type

SSLA Culminating Experience

Access Type

Restricted Access

Keywords

Personality Traits, Emotional Intelligence, Coping Strategies

Abstract

This study explores the connections between personality traits, emotional intelligence (EI), and adaptive coping strategies among university students who are also employed. Using a quantitative approach, the research seeks to understand how EI influences the relationship between the Big Five personality traits and the students' ability to use adaptive coping strategies.

The study utilized 123 participants, aged 18-24, who balance the demands of both academic and work responsibilities. Data for the study were gathered through self-administered online surveys, which included validated measurement tools such as the Big Five Inventory-10 (BFI-10), Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire-Short Form (TEIQue-SF), and the Brief COPE Inventory.

The results show a strong link between high emotional intelligence and the effective use of adaptive coping strategies. This suggests that students with higher EI are better equipped to handle the challenges of managing both school and work. The research adds to our understanding of how emotional intelligence can improve coping mechanisms in situations where students face academic and professional pressures. It underscores the value of developing EI in educational settings to support the well-being and success of students.

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1-7, 53

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