Authors : Synthia Singh George , Prabhakar Singh Patel , Aleena Meety Lal. A , Bhupesh Sharma Rohit Pandey
DOI : 10.46376/ijmr/06.01.2024:2841-2846
Volume : 6
Issue : 1
Year : 2025
Page No : 2841-2846
Introduction: Mental health issues among nursing students have become a growing concern, as they are often exposed to high levels of stress and emotional demands in their educational and clinical environments. This study explores the role of emotional intelligence, personality traits and family environment in influencing the mental health of nursing students. Materials & Methods: A cross-sectional survey design was used to collect data from nursing students across various academic levels. Participants were assessed using standardized instruments to measure emotional intelligence (e.g., EQ-i), personality traits (e.g., Big Five Inventory), and family environment (e.g., Family Environment Scale). Mental health was evaluated using a validated mental health questionnaire (e.g., GHQ-12). Descriptive and inferential statistics were applied to analyze the data. Results: The results indicated that higher emotional intelligence was significantly correlated with better mental health outcomes. Additionally, certain personality traits, such as agreeableness and conscientiousness, were associated with positive mental health, while traits like neuroticism correlated with poorer mental health. Family environment, specifically supportive family structures, was also found to play a crucial role in buffering stress and promoting mental well-being. Conclusions: Emotional intelligence, specific personality traits, and a supportive family environment are key factors that contribute to the mental health of nursing students. These findings suggest that interventions aimed at enhancing emotional intelligence and fostering positive personality traits, along with family support systems, may improve the overall mental well-being of nursing students. Keywords: Nursing students; mental health, emotional intelligence; personality traits; family environment, emotional well-being; stress, psychological resilience.