Relationship between emotional intelligence and academic performance in adolescents
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emotional intelligence, academic performance, adolescenceAbstract
Adolescence is a critical stage in which emotional and cognitive transformations converge and directly affect academic performance; however, the traditional emphasis on cognitive variables such as IQ has made the crucial role of emotional intelligence (EI) invisible. This article, through a literature review of 28 studies published between 2010 and 2024, analyzes the relationship between EI and academic performance in adolescents. Emotional self-regulation and empathy were identified as key dimensions, highlighting their impact on stress management, intrinsic motivation and interpersonal relationships in the school environment. The results show a positive and consistent correlation between EI and academic performance, regardless of cultural or socioeconomic context. It is concluded that the development of emotional competencies should be integrated into the school curriculum as an effective strategy to strengthen learning, prevent dysfunctional behaviors, and promote the integral well-being of students.
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