ANGER EXPRESSION PATTERNS IN ADOLESCENCE: CORRELATES WITH SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SKILLS, ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE, AND EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Abstract

  The relationship between teenage anger management, social-emotional learning (SEL), and emotional intelligence (EI) is investigated in this integrative review. A thorough review of empirical research shows that SEL and Emotional Intelligence (EI) programs enhance academic performance, social skills, and emotional regulation while also dramatically reducing anger-related problems. Cognitive-behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based techniques are two counselling strategies that have been shown to be effective in reducing anger and aggressiveness. For EI and SEL to be implemented effectively, teacher preparation, parent-teacher collaborations, and continuous program assessment are essential. This review emphasizes the value of giving social-emotional learning a top priority and offers suggestions for further study, application, and legislative efforts. The results highlight how emotionally intelligent, socially adept, and resilient teenagers can be developed through EI and SEL programs.   Keywords: anger management, emotional intelligence, social-emotional learning, counselling interventions, adolescents, emotional regulation