APS
2026 APS Annual Convention · 2026
From Emotional Intelligence to Mental Health: The Role of Cognitive Distortions
- Mariam Paiashvili
Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University - Khatuna Martskvishvili
Tbilisi State University
Abstract
Emotional intelligence is consistently linked to mental health, but the mechanisms behind this link remain under exploration. The study highlights maladaptive thinking patterns, cognitive distortions as a key pathway. Findings show that EI directly and indirectly affects mental health outcomes, emphasizing its role in reducing distortions to improve psychological well-being.