Objective: In this study, we aimed to evaluate the emotional intelligence levels of the faculty of medicine students and to determine the
effects of emotional intelligence levels on communication skills, and the effect of sociodemographic factors on emotional intelligence
and communication skills.
Materials and Methods: The faculty of medicine students constituted the sample of this descriptive study. The research was completed
with a total of 225 students selected by the haphazard sampling method from each year of a six – year medical school. The data were
collected using a questionnaire consisting of sociodemographic characteristics, the Emotional Intelligence Assessment Scale (EIAS),
and the Communication Skills Evaluation Scale (CSES).
Results: In our study, 44.4% (n = 100) of the participants were male , 55.6% (n = 125) were female. Approximately, 46.7% (n = 105)
had low, 44.4% (100) had normal and 8.9% (n = 20) had high emotional intelligence. The communication skills mean score was found
to be statistically significantly higher in female than in male. There was a moderate level of a positive correlation between emotional
intelligence and communication skills.
Conclusion: In conclusion, participants with a high level of emotional intelligence have better communication skills. In training
programs, more emphasis can be given to emotion management, emotional intelligence, and communication skills.
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Clinical Sciences |
Journal Section | Original Articles |
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Publication Date | May 31, 2021 |
Published in Issue | Year 2021 Volume: 34 Issue: 2 |