The aim of the current research was to investigate the mediating role of emotional intelligence in the relationship between the dimensions of socially competent theory of mind in adolescents. The population of the current research was all female adolescents aged 12 to 15 in Tabriz city. 150 teenagers were randomly selected. The required information was collected by Stirenman's theory of mind test (1990), Barr's emotional intelligence scale (1980) and Felner's social competence measurement scale. Statistical analysis was performed by multiple mediation model test with more than one independent variable using AMOS and SPSS21 statistical program. Research evidence, in general, of the positive and significant relationship of emotional intelligence with various indicators of social adjustment, such as appropriate social behavior in elementary school children, empathy of people with each other and openness to feelings, lack of negative interaction with friends, warmth and feeling of sympathy with others, Communicating positively with others and being satisfied with this relationship informs. Based on the findings of this research, emotional intelligence plays a mediating role in the relationship between theory of mind variables and social competence in adolescent girls. This indicates the full mediation role of the dimensions of happiness, realism, interpersonal relationships, self-control and flexibility in the relationship between second-level theory of mind and social fulfillment.
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Special Received: 2024/04/8 | Revised: 2024/04/13 | Accepted: 2024/02/29 | Published: 2024/02/29