ESP-3733

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2025-05-23

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Ridha Al-Timimi, F. M. (2025). The developmental trend of emotional competence and its relationship to communication skills in age groups (8-10-12). Environment and Social Psychology, 10(5), ESP-3733. https://doi.org/10.59429/esp.v10i5.3733

The developmental trend of emotional competence and its relationship to communication skills in age groups (8-10-12)

Fawzi Mohammed Ridha Al-Timimi

The General Directorate of Education in Al-Qadisiyah Province, Ministry of Education, Baghdad, 10001, Iraq


DOI: https://doi.org/10.59429/esp.v10i5.3733


Keywords: emotional competence; communication skills; child development; gender differences

Abstract

This research investigates the growth trajectory of emotional competence and communication skills among children aged 8, 10, and 12 years, while also examining the influence of gender on these competencies. The study involved a sample of 300 individuals, evenly divided by age and gender, with 100 participants from each age group (50 males and 50 females). Two scales were developed to assess emotional competence, comprising 30 items, and communication skills, consisting of 40 items. The analysis revealed statistically significant differences in both emotional competence and communication skills across the different age groups, with notable variations based on gender. Specifically, while emotional competence increased with age, the 10-year-old group did not show significant differences in communication skills compared to the other age groups. The findings indicate that children aged 8 and 9 exhibit lower levels of both emotional competence and communication skills compared to their 10-year-old counterparts, who demonstrate higher proficiency in these areas. This result suggests a developmental trend where emotional and communication skills improve as children grow older. The age and gender in understanding the development of these essential skills, educators and parents in fostering emotional and communicative growth in children. Overall, the research targeted interventions that support emotional and communication skill development during early childhood.

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