Purpose

The TEΣΥN (Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire) is designed to assess emotional intelligence based on the Salovey and Mayer model (1990, 1997), with an emphasis on the trait approach. It is intended for researchers and clinical psychologists studying emotional intelligence in the general population, as well as among students and adolescents.

Questionnaire Analysis

The TEΣΥN consists of 91 statements, organized into four subscales:
Expression of emotions – 14 questions
Control of emotions – 28 questions
Use of emotions – 24 questions
Understanding of emotions – 25 questions
The completion time for the test ranges from 20 to 30 minutes.

Scoring

The total score is obtained by summing all items. Each subscale is scored separately.
The normative values for men and women are as follows:
Expression: 47.57
Control: 87.15
Use: 82.71
Understanding: 95.80
Total: 313.24
The test includes an electronic scoring system for convenience.

Statistical Analysis

Scores may vary depending on the subscale. A high score in any given dimension indicates high emotional intelligence in that specific area, while a low score may suggest difficulties in managing or understanding emotions.

Validity

The TEΣΥN demonstrates high validity, confirmed through correlations with other emotional intelligence measures such as the SSRI and the TMMS. It is also associated with variables such as personality, empathy, social skills, and work-related stress. Its theoretical structure has been validated through empirical research (Mayer, Salovey & Caruso, 1999).

Reliability

The test shows high reliability, with Cronbach’s alpha values ranging from 0.81 to 0.91 across the subscales, and 0.92 for the overall test. In test–retest reliability studies conducted one week apart, reliability values remained between 0.79 and 0.91.

References

The main bibliographic source is Tsakousis (2003), “Measuring Emotional Intelligence: Development and Psychometric Characteristics of the Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (EIQ).”