IMPACT OF PARENTAL OVERPROTECTION ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN YOUNG ADULTS

Introduction: Emotional Intelligence is one of the most quintessential factors that determine one’s successful social life. Parental overprotection is one important and recurring factors, that has proved to affect the emotional development of their children. The aim of the present study was to explore the impact of overprotection on the development of Emotional Intelligence and its domains. Method: A sample of 90 young adults, aged 20 to 40 years, was selected, after their positive consent. Parental Overprotection was measured using Parental Bonding Instrument. Emotional Intelligence was measured using Emotional Intelligence Scale. Results: The results showed a significant negative correlation between the Emotional Intelligence and over-protection experienced from both parents. Each domain of emotional intelligence was found to be impacted negatively with increasing overprotection. Conclusion: The study clearly shows that parental overprotection has a significant impact on the development of emotional intelligence.