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Advancing Interpersonal Emotion Regulation and Social Regulation

by Harper, Donta S.

Book Details

Publisher:IGI Global
Published:2022-06-24
Pages:401
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Managing emotions independently contributes to our own emotional intelligence and our ability to manage other people’s emotions effectively. The management of others’ emotions is a new phenomenon, and its research offers insight into this effective tool. Advancing Interpersonal Emotion Regulation and Social Regulation advances the understanding of how regulators affect other people’s emotions and identifies the skills needed to be an effective emotion manager of others’ emotion-elicit events. It

Our Review

This research-driven guide explores the emerging field of interpersonal emotion regulation, offering a deep dive into how we can effectively manage the emotional states of others. The book moves beyond individual emotional intelligence to systematically identify the specific skills required to positively influence another person's emotional experiences, particularly during high-stakes, emotion-eliciting events. It presents a compelling case for this social tool as a critical, yet often overlooked, component of our relational toolkit.

What sets this work apart is its focus on the "regulator" and the tangible mechanics behind social influence, making it particularly valuable for aspiring leaders, therapists, coaches, and anyone seeking to navigate complex group dynamics. By framing emotion management as a learnable skill set rather than an innate talent, it provides a practical and empowering framework. Readers will finish with a new lens for understanding social interactions and a clearer path toward becoming a more effective and supportive presence in the lives of others.

Themes

Psychology

Subjects

Psychology