Based on research evidence, various factors influence the psychological well-being of older adults. Accordingly, this study aimed to examine the relationship between emotional intelligence and psychological well-being in older individuals, with the mediating role of prosocial behaviors. The research design was correlational, using path analysis methodology. The study population included individuals over 60 years of age residing in Rezvanshahr County in 2024. The sample consisted of 320 participants (160 men and 160 women), selected through convenience sampling based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data were collected using the Bradberry and Greaves emotional intelligence questionnaire, the short form of Ryff’s psychological well-being scale, and the revised version of Carlo and Randall’s prosocial tendencies measure. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS version 24 and AMOS version 24 through path analysis and bootstrap testing. Findings indicated a significant relationship between emotional intelligence and psychological well-being. Additionally, prosocial behaviors acted as a mediator in the relationship between emotional intelligence and psychological well-being in older individuals. These findings highlight the importance of prosocial behaviors as a significant factor in the relationship between emotional intelligence and psychological well-being in older adults. It is recommended to provide training programs on emotional intelligence and prosocial behaviors to foster the flourishing and well-being of this population.
Rezapour Hasan Kiyade, H., & Kiamarsi, A. (2024). The Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Well-Being in Older Adults: The Mediating Role of Prosocial Behaviors. Aging Psychology, 10(4), 507-487. doi: 10.22126/jap.2025.11266.1811
MLA
Haniyeh Rezapour Hasan Kiyade; Azar Kiamarsi. "The Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Well-Being in Older Adults: The Mediating Role of Prosocial Behaviors". Aging Psychology, 10, 4, 2024, 507-487. doi: 10.22126/jap.2025.11266.1811
HARVARD
Rezapour Hasan Kiyade, H., Kiamarsi, A. (2024). 'The Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Well-Being in Older Adults: The Mediating Role of Prosocial Behaviors', Aging Psychology, 10(4), pp. 507-487. doi: 10.22126/jap.2025.11266.1811
VANCOUVER
Rezapour Hasan Kiyade, H., Kiamarsi, A. The Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Well-Being in Older Adults: The Mediating Role of Prosocial Behaviors. Aging Psychology, 2024; 10(4): 507-487. doi: 10.22126/jap.2025.11266.1811
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