Relationship between emotional intelligence and professionalism among second‐year dental students

Abstract

Introduction Emotional intelligence (EI) refers to a person's ability to evaluate and manage their personal emotions and the ability to respond appropriately to the emotions of others. Limited evidence exists regarding whether EI is related to professionalism. Purpose The purpose of this study was to evaluate for relationships between EI and professionalism among second‐year dental students. Methods Using a quantitative cross‐sectional research design, the study instrument consisted of 3 parts: (1) The Emotional Quotient Self‐Assessment Checklist (EQSAC), including 30 questions comprising 6 domains that measured EI; (2) The Patient Management and Professionalism Scale (PMPS), including 10 questions comprising 5 domains that measured professionalism; and (3) Demographic questions. Results The response rate was 99.2% (n = 117) of second‐year dental students. Most EI and professionalism scores were in the moderate range. Female participants had higher domain scores for agreeableness and conscientiousness compared with male participants. Male participants had higher domain scores for emotional stability than female participants. The EI domains were found to be significant predictors of total and domain professionalism levels. Conclusion Understanding methods to improve EI levels may assist dental students in their development of professionalism.

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“…Though the brunt of the COVID‐19 pandemic has passed, this study understates the importance of resiliency training and monitoring the well‐being of dental students as continual training and monitoring may help mitigate the impact of similar disruptions in the future. Inclusion of EI content within didactic courses has been found to significantly improve EI 6 . Observation of role models, purposeful analysis of emotional clinical scenarios, and curriculum focused on development of professionalism were identified as key factors in EI improvement 6 .…”

“…6 Observation of role models, purposeful analysis of emotional clinical scenarios, and curriculum focused on development of professionalism were identified as key factors in EI improvement. 6 Faculty training in EI and professionalism is necessary to cultivate resiliency and wellness in the dental school environment. While great emphasis is placed on the development of clinical skills, it has been noted that development of personal and behavioral self-assessment skills is not given a similar priority, given their impact on professionalism.…”

“…4 Dental education institutions strive to produce competent dentists using measurements of knowledge, hand skills, and professionalism to track the success of dental education. EI was found to be significantly associated with professionalism in dental students 6 and can be influenced by factors such as EI training, life experiences, and stress. 1,2 The start of the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with significant changes in dental education, including shifts to distance and hybrid learning, changes in clinical scheduling and protocol, and uncertainty regarding licensing and graduating requirements.…”

“…Dental education institutions strive to produce competent dentists using measurements of knowledge, hand skills, and professionalism to track the success of dental education. EI was found to be significantly associated with professionalism in dental students 6 and can be influenced by factors such as EI training, life experiences, and stress 1,2 …”

Analysis of the Mediation Role of Career Adaptability In the Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Achievement Motivation For Generation Z Students in West Kalimantan

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