THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND RESILIENCE AND STUDENTS' ABILITY TO COPE WITH LIFE PRESSURES

Abstract

This study investigates the interplay between emotional intelligence (EI) and resilience in enhancing students' capacity to cope with life stress. Drawing from a sample of 112 undergraduate students at a major Pamulang University, the research employs quantitative methods to   Emotional intelligence and  Resilience  is conceptualized as the ability to perceive understand, and regulate emotions, while resilience refers to the adaptive capacity to recover from adversity. Utilizing validated scales such as the Schutte Emotional Intelligence Scale and the Connor- Davidson Resilience Scale, alongside the Coping Inventory, resilience significantly contribute to effective stress management, with resilience demonstrating a marginally stronger predictive power. Multiple regression analysis revealed that these factors account for approximately 38% of the variance in coping abilities. The implications highlight the need for targeted interventions in educational settings to bolster student mental health. Limitations include the cross-sectional design and reliance on self-reports, suggesting avenues for future longitudinal research.