Abstract:

Emotional intelligence (EI) is defined as a person’s ability to express and manage feelings appropriately while respecting the feelings of others. It’s a set of skills that children can begin learning at any age. Children with higher emotional intelligence are better able to pay attention, are more engaged in school, have more positive relationships, and are more empathic. Emotional intelligence promotes successful adaptation across life’s diverse social arenas. Emotions are essential for dental care because there is a link between the emotion children feel and the success of the dental treatment that the dentist will give.

Keywords: emotional intelligence, child development, dental care