RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Pánková, Barbora
A1 Bašová, Renata
A1 Všetička, Šimon
T1 Emotional Intelligence of Generation Z and Its Relation to Alcohol Consumption
JF European Journal of Business Science and Technology
YR 2026
VO 11
IS 2
SP 182
OP 205
UL https://ejobsat.cz/artkey/ejo-202502-0002.php
AB This study explores the correlation between emotional intelligence (EI) and alcohol consumption patterns among Generation Z, with a focus on university students and graduates with backgrounds in economics and management. The present study explores emotional intelligence as a personal trait that potentially influences risky alcohol behaviors. These behaviors are assessed using the AUDIT (Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test) and the TEIQue-SF (Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire - Short Form). A sample of 128 respondents, recruited through online platforms, completed these standardized questionnaires. A comprehensive statistical analysis was conducted, encompassing the utilization of Spearman's correlation coefficient and t-tests. This analysis yielded a negative correlation between emotional intelligence (EI) and the consumption of alcohol in a risky manner. The findings indicated that individuals with lower EI levels exhibited an elevated propensity for alcohol-related risks. Furthermore, gender disparities have been identified as a contributing factor to heightened alcohol consumption risk among males compared to females. While the findings of the present study confirm the association between emotional intelligence (EI) and alcohol risk, they also suggest the presence of complex underlying factors in alcohol consumption behaviors that extend beyond EI. This research contributes to the understanding of the role of emotional intelligence in managing alcohol use, with implications for  developing intervention strategies aimed at promoting emotional awareness and healthier coping mechanisms within Generation Z. Our results not only confirm older models (e.g. Kun et al., 2019; Kun and Demetrovics, 2010; Bar-On, 2006), but also reveal generation-specific nuances-e.g., a lower overall rate of risky drinking, but a persistent gender difference and the fundamental importance of self-control.