The influence attachment styles, and gender have on an individual’s level of emotional intelligence
Authors
Blaney, Frankie
Issue Date
2022
Degree
Higher Diploma in Psychology
Publisher
Dublin Business School
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Abstract
The study sought to examine hypotheses about the relationship between attachment styles and gender and their influence on an individual’s level of emotional intelligence. The sample consisted of 104 participants aged between 21 and 75. Participants were required to complete the Schutte Self-Report Emotional Intelligence Test (SSEIT) and the Collins and Read’s Revised Adult Attachment Scale that focused on close relationships. A Pearson’s correlation found a moderate positive relationship between secure attachment style and emotional intelligence and a moderate negative relationship between anxious and avoidant attachment styles and emotional intelligence. An Independent Sample T-Test found no significant difference between females and males and emotional intelligence. A Multiple Regression was run to examine if attachment styles significantly predicted emotional intelligence. It found that secure attachment style was the strong predictor. This study highlights the importance of attachment styles and emotional intelligence in our daily lives.