PSYCHOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS IN INDIVIDUALS WITH A HIGH LEVEL OF EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
Keywords:
emotional intelligence, family relationships, family communication, empathy, emotional regulation, family stability, marital satisfaction, psychological climate, conflict resolution.Abstract
This article analyzes the psychological characteristics of family relationships in individuals with a high level of emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence is considered an important socio-psychological factor that influences the quality of communication, mutual understanding, empathy, emotional self-regulation, marital satisfaction, and conflict resolution within the family. The paper discusses the role of emotional awareness, self-control, empathy, social skills, psychological flexibility, and responsibility in strengthening family stability. Special attention is given to how emotionally intelligent individuals build constructive relationships with spouses, children, and other family members. The article also emphasizes that a high level of emotional intelligence helps reduce destructive conflicts, supports emotional closeness, and creates a psychologically healthy family environment. It is concluded that emotional intelligence is one of the key resources for improving the quality of family life and ensuring the stability of interpersonal relations in the family.
References
1. Goleman, D. (1995). Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ. New York: Bantam Books.
2. Mayer, J. D., & Salovey, P. (1997). What is Emotional Intelligence? In P. Salovey & D. J. Sluyter (Eds.), Emotional Development and Emotional Intelligence: Educational Implications (pp. 3–31). New York: Basic Books.
3. Bar-On, R. (1997). The Emotional Quotient Inventory EQ-i: Technical Manual. Toronto: Multi-Health Systems.
4. Gottman, J. M., & Silver, N. (1999). The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work. New York: Crown Publishers.
5. Thomas, K. W., & Kilmann, R. H. (1974). Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument. Mountain View, CA: Consulting Psychologists Press.
6. Schutte, N. S., Malouff, J. M., Bobik, C., Coston, T. D., Greeson, C., Jedlicka, C., Rhodes, E., & Wendorf, G. (2001). Emotional Intelligence and Interpersonal Relations. The Journal of Social Psychology, 141(4), 523–536.
7. Karney, B. R., & Bradbury, T. N. (1995). The Longitudinal Course of Marital Quality and Stability: A Review of Theory, Method, and Research. Psychological Bulletin, 118(1), 3–34.
8. Andreeva, G. M. (2001). Social Psychology. Moscow: Aspect Press.
