Trait emotional intelligence and disposition for forgiveness

The association of trait emotional intelligence with a disposition for forgiveness was explored. In addition, the relationship between emotional intelligence and affect was also examined. A sample of 268 Portuguese students completed measures of trait emotional intelligence, disposition to forgive,...

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Main Author: Daniela Carvalho (author)
Other Authors: Felix Neto (author), Stella Mavroveli (author)
Format: article
Language:eng
Published: 2010
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Online Access:https://repositorio-aberto.up.pt/handle/10216/102026
Country:Portugal
Oai:oai:repositorio-aberto.up.pt:10216/102026
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Summary:The association of trait emotional intelligence with a disposition for forgiveness was explored. In addition, the relationship between emotional intelligence and affect was also examined. A sample of 268 Portuguese students completed measures of trait emotional intelligence, disposition to forgive, and affect. Results demonstrated that trait emotional intelligence scores were negatively associated with lasting resentment and negative affect and positively associated with positive affect.