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Emotional intelligence and mental well-being of students in Indian higher education sector: an SEM based analysis

Shikha Rana (School of Management, Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun, India.)
Vandana Singh (School of Management, IMS Unison University, Dehradun, India.)
Nishant Chaturvedi (School of Management, IMS Unison University, Dehradun, India.)

Mental Health and Social Inclusion

ISSN: 2042-8308

Article publication date: 11 December 2023

Issue publication date: 3 December 2024

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Abstract

Purpose

This study aims to provide empirical insights pertaining to the impact of trait emotional intelligence on the mental well-being of students in higher education institutions (HEIs) in India.

Design/methodology/approach

In the current study, responses from a total of 252 students were randomly taken from different universities of Uttarakhand (India). The analysis was done using structural equation modelling AMOS 23.

Findings

The current study empirically established the positive impact of trait emotional intelligence (TEI) on the mental well-being of students and highlighted the relevance of TEI in curbing the psychological distress in students of HEIs.

Originality/value

This study endeavours to bridge the empirical and population gap by examining the emotional intelligence and its impact on mental well-being of the students of Indian HEIs, where studies are still scant and demand massive exploration of the perceptions of students. Strong emotional intelligence is pivotal in strengthening the mental well-being of students so that they can make appropriate decisions pertaining to their career and personal life.

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Citation

Rana, S., Singh, V. and Chaturvedi, N. (2024), "Emotional intelligence and mental well-being of students in Indian higher education sector: an SEM based analysis", Mental Health and Social Inclusion, Vol. 28 No. 6, pp. 927-940. https://doi.org/10.1108/MHSI-07-2023-0078

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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