Book description
Many students who are intellectually capable of succeeding have
difficulties with a variety of non-cognitive competencies such as time
and stress management, establishing positive relationships, and making
wise decisions. They often adopt dysfunctional coping styles that can
cripple their academic efforts. Increasingly, one of the missing
factors in student success seems to be emotional intelligence. Written
specifically for students by recognized authorities in emotional
intelligence, this book will help them understand and develop their
emotional intelligence in order to enjoy a richer learning experience
and superior academic achievement. The Student EQ Edge provides
a thorough grounding in what emotional intelligence is, why it is
different from one's intelligence quotient, and how emotional
intelligence skills can make a student a “star performer.”
Grounded in the classic work of Dr. Reuven Bar-On, the book
discusses each realm of emotional intelligence: The Intrapersonal
Realm: self-awareness, assertiveness, and independence; The
Interpersonal Realm: empathy and social responsibility; The
Adaptability Realm: problem solving, flexibility, and decision making;
The Stress Management Realm: stress tolerance and impulse control; and
The General Mood Realm: happiness and optimism. The book helps
students move from understanding of the concepts to action through
reflection and discussion questions. A perfect companion is The
Student EQ Edge: Student Workbook.
STEVEN J. STEIN is a clinical psychologist and founder and CEO of
Multi-Health Systems Inc. He is coauthor, with Howard Book, of The
EQ Edge.
HOWARD E. BOOK is an organizational consultant and psychiatrist. He
is an associate professor in the department of psychiatry at the
University of Toronto.
KORREL KANOY is professor emeritus of psychology at William Peace
University and an educational consultant.
The book is sponsored by Multi-Health Systems (MHS), which has been
publishing psychological assessments for 30 years.
