Summary
This cross-sectional study of 309 Spanish secondary school students examined whether dimensions of emotional intelligence predict bullying and cyberbullying behaviour. Higher scores on adaptability, stress management, and interpersonal skills were associated with increased likelihood of reporting violent behaviour, whilst higher general mood scores were associated with lower perceived likelihood of violent behaviour. The authors recommend preventive interventions targeting stress management, adaptability, and interpersonal relationship skills to improve school safety.
Regional applicability
The study was conducted in Spain; findings on emotional intelligence and bullying prevention may inform UK school-based mental health and safeguarding policy, though direct transferability depends on alignment of school contexts, violence measurement tools, and cultural factors affecting bullying manifestations.
Key measures
School Violence Questionnaire scores; Emotional Coefficient Inventory scores across adaptability, stress management, interpersonal relationships, and general mood dimensions
Outcomes reported
The study examined associations between emotional intelligence dimensions (adaptability, stress management, interpersonal skills, general mood) and adolescents' reports of bullying and cyberbullying manifestations using cross-sectional survey data from 309 secondary school students aged 12–16.
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