Psychometric properties of the Italian trait emotional intelligence questionnaire (I-TEIQue)

This study examined the psychometric properties of Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (TEIQue) with a sample of 1154 Italian young adults. Results confirmed the four factor structure and reliability of the Italian TEIQue. The I-TEIQue and Emotional Quotient Inventory total scores were significantly correlated. In contrast to non-significant correlations with the Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test showing these measures tap two different aspects of the same construct. Low to moderate positive correlations with the Big Five Questionnaire (BFQ) supported the view that Trait EI overlaps with aspects of personality, but is configured as a distinct construct. Overall, the results support the structure of the TEIQue and its use in the Italian context.