A Comprehensive Review of the Influence of Emotional Intelligence and Self-Esteem on Social Adaptation in Adults

This study aimed to comprehensively analyze the body of knowledge to determine how emotional intelligence (EI) and self-esteem (SE) affect an individual's social adjustment during adulthood. We explore relevant research to understand how these factors impact one's ability to handle social settings effectively. Together, these studies provide compelling evidence that individuals with a more significant level of emotional Intelligence (EI) and good self-esteem (SE) should react to stressful situations more adaptable than individuals with lower EI and negative SE, including reducing reactivity (less psychological deterioration, less physiological arousal), and recovering from stressful situations more quickly as considered. Even though the fundamental mechanisms through which emotional intelligence and self-esteem are related to those outcomes remain largely unknown. This study identifies important areas that still require attention and offers detailed guidelines for designing, implementing, and evaluating future treatments that promote emotional intelligence and self-esteem, leading to better adult social adaptability.