Title: A journey towards the multifaceted dimensions of emotional competence among late adolescents in Trichy District

Authors: A. Vijay Krishnan; M. Daniel Solomon

Addresses: PG and Research Department of Social Work, Bishop Heber College, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, 620017, India; Affiliated to: Bharathidasan University, India ' PG and Research Department of Social Work, Bishop Heber College, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, 620017, India; Affiliated to: Bharathidasan University, India

Abstract: Emotional competence plays a crucial role in the psychological development of late adolescents, influencing their well-being and social functioning. This study explores the demographic factors influencing emotional competence among late adolescents in Trichy District, India, aiming to unravel determinants of emotional well-being in this critical life stage. Rank analysis revealed emotional competencies valued in late adolescence, including openness in asking for emotions, mindfulness when making decisions, and empathy, a fundamental stage followed by positive beliefs in empathy. The results indicate the importance of interpersonal relationships and the relative ranking of emotional skills among late adolescents. This study is useful in developing a better understanding of emotional competence and its application in the selected culture, thereby supplying effective practices for intervention and education. The outcomes reveal that enhancing emotional competencies among late adolescents requires a contextual approach because various factors influence individuals.

Keywords: emotional competence; late adolescence; socio-demographic factors; interpersonal skills; emotional development; cultural context.

DOI: 10.1504/EG.2026.153482

Electronic Government, an International Journal, 2026 Vol.22 No.3, pp.322 - 350

Received: 09 Nov 2024
Accepted: 04 Aug 2025
Published online: 11 May 2026 *

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