A study of emotional intelligence and mood among traffic police personnel

Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between emotional intelligence and mood states among traffic police personnel in Patna. The objectives were to assess emotional intelligence levels and various mood states, and to analyse their interrelationships. The sample consisted of 200 female traffic police personnel selected using predefined inclusion criteria. The Emotional Intelligence Scale (Hyde et al., 2002) and the Brunel Mood Scale were used. Pearson’s correlation analysis revealed significant negative relationships of emotional intelligence with anger (r = -0.85), tension (r = -0.65), and depression (r = -0.78), and positive relationships with happiness (r = 0.74) and calmness (r = 0.57). No significant associations were observed with vigour or fatigue. These results suggest that higher emotional intelligence is associated with more positive mood states and better emotional regulation. This study underlines the need for training programs to enhance emotional competencies among public safety workers.