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Statistical Analysis of the Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Bullying Behavior |
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PP: 293-306 |
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doi:10.18576/jsap/150210
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Yusra J. Khasawneh,
Mohamad A. Khasawneh,
Mohammad A. Tashtoush,
Rami A. Tashtoush,
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Abstract |
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| The current study investigates the relationship between emotional intelligence and bullying behaviors among Jordanian adolescents, aiming to provide evidence-based insights for culturally relevant intervention strategies. A quantitative approach was used with a randomly selected sample of 500 students aged 12–15 years from 24 schools in Amman and Irbid. Data were collected using the Quality Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire-Adolescent Short Form (QEIQue-ASF) and the Olweus Bully/ Victim Questionnaire (OBVQ). Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, multiple regression, independent t-tests, ANOVA, and post-hoc tests (Tukey’s HSD) were used for analysis. Findings revealed a moderate negative correlation (r = –0.42, p < 0.01) between emotional intelligence and bullying, with self-control and well-being emerging as significant negative predictors of bullying, while sociability showed a positive association. Male participants reported significantly higher bullying tendencies (p = 0.03), but no significant gender difference was found in emotional intelligence levels (p = 0.22). Socioeconomic status (SES) significantly influenced bullying (p = 0.02), with higher prevalence among low SES groups. Based on these findings, the study recommends implementing targeted programs to enhance emotional intelligence, gender-responsive strategies, and inclusive interventions addressing SES disparities. Future works should employ longitudinal designs to establish causality, evaluate the long-term impact of emotional intelligence-based programs, and expand the scope to include broader geographic and cultural contexts across Jordan and the Middle East. |
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