Emotional IntelligenceNCT07603882
Effects of Emotional Intelligence Training on Marital Satisfaction and Mental Health Among Married People in Dhaka City
A study testing Emotional Intelligence Training in people with Emotional Intelligence and Mental Health, run by University of Dhaka at 1 site in Bangladesh.
Trial summary
This study aims to examine the effects of Emotional Intelligence (EI) training on marital satisfaction and mental health among married adults in Dhaka city, Bangladesh. Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognize, understand, regulate, and manage emotions in oneself and others. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 20 to 60 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health
- What is being tested?
- Emotional Intelligence Training
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 120 participants
- Where
- 1 siteBangladesh
- Study dates
- 1 Jul 2026to 31 Jan 2027
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 20 to 60 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Married men and women living in Dhaka city
- Age between 20 and 40 years
- Married for at least 2 years and living with spouse
- Living in a nuclear family
- Able to read and write (literate)
- Willing to participate and provide informed consent
Who cannot join
- Individuals with self-reported severe physical illness
- Individuals with incomplete questionnaire responses
- Individuals unwilling to participate or unable to provide informed consent
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Nusrat Sharmin, MSc contact
Bangladesh1 site
University of Dhaka
Dhaka
Nusrat Sharmin, 01716328623, nusratsharmin337@gmail.com
About this study
This study aims to examine the effects of Emotional Intelligence (EI) training on marital satisfaction and mental health among married adults in Dhaka city, Bangladesh. Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognize, understand, regulate, and manage emotions in oneself and others. Previous studies suggest that emotional intelligence is associated with better relationship quality and psychological well-being; however, limited intervention-based evidence is available in Bangladesh.
A pretest-posttest quasi-experimental design with intervention and control groups will be used. Married adults living in Dhaka City will be assessed on emotional intelligence, marital satisfaction, anxiety, depression, and mental well-being at baseline. Participants with lower emotional intelligence scores based on the baseline TEIQue-SF assessment will be selected for the intervention phase.
Read more
The intervention group will receive a structured emotional intelligence training program focusing on emotional awareness, emotion regulation, empathy, communication skills, and interpersonal problem-solving. Assessments will be conducted at baseline, post-intervention, and follow-up to evaluate changes in marital satisfaction and mental health outcomes.
The findings are expected to provide evidence regarding the effectiveness of emotional intelligence training as a low-cost, non-clinical intervention for improving marital relationships and psychological well-being among married individuals in Bangladesh.
Read the detailed description
Background
Marital dissatisfaction, emotional distress, anxiety, and depression are increasingly recognized as important public health concerns affecting individual and family well-being. Emotional intelligence has been identified as a potential factor associated with healthier interpersonal relationships, improved emotional regulation, and better psychological adjustment. Previous research has shown associations between emotional intelligence, marital satisfaction, and mental health outcomes. However, limited intervention-based research has examined whether emotional intelligence training can improve marital satisfaction and mental health among married adults in Bangladesh.
Purpose of the Study
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of an emotional intelligence training program on marital satisfaction and mental health among married individuals living in Dhaka City.
Study Design
The study will use a pretest-posttest quasi-experimental design with intervention and control groups. Assessments will be conducted at three time points: baseline assessment, post-intervention assessment, and follow-up assessment. The interval between baseline and post-intervention assessments will be at least four weeks, and the follow-up assessment will be conducted three months after completion of the intervention.
Participants and Sampling
The target population will include married men and women residing in Dhaka city. Participants will be recruited using convenience sampling.
Inclusion criteria will include:
Married for at least two years Living with spouse Living in a nuclear family Age between 20 and 60 years Ability to read and write Bangla Willingness to participate in the study
Exclusion criteria will include:
Presence of severe physical illness Incomplete assessment responses
Participants with lower emotional intelligence scores based on the baseline TEIQue-SF assessment will be selected. Approximately the lowest 40% of scorers from the baseline sample will be included in the intervention phase and randomly assigned to intervention and control groups.
A total sample size of 120 participants is planned, with 60 participants in the intervention group and 60 participants in the control group.
Intervention
The intervention group will receive a structured emotional intelligence training program designed to improve emotional awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, interpersonal communication, and coping skills. Training sessions will include psychoeducation, group discussion, practical exercises, and real-life applications related to emotional functioning and marital relationships.
The control group will not receive the full intervention during the study period. After completion of the post-test assessment, the control group will receive a one-day workshop on emotional intelligence.
Outcome Measures
The study will assess emotional intelligence, marital satisfaction, anxiety, depression, and psychological well-being using standardized self-report instruments.
The following measures will be used:
Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire-Short Form (TEIQue-SF) ENRICH Marital Satisfaction Scale (EMS) Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) Mental Health Continuum-Short Form (MHC-SF)
Socio-demographic information including age, gender, education, occupation, socioeconomic status, and number of children will also be collected.
Procedure
Eligible participants will receive information regarding the purpose and procedures of the study before providing informed consent. Baseline assessments will be conducted prior to group allocation.
Participants with lower emotional intelligence scores based on the baseline TEIQue-SF assessment will be selected. Approximately the lowest 40% of scorers from the baseline sample will be included in the intervention phase and randomly assigned to intervention and control groups. The intervention group will participate in the emotional intelligence training program, while the control group will continue usual daily activities during the intervention period.
Post-intervention and follow-up assessments will be conducted using the same measures administered at baseline.
Data Analysis
Data analysis will be conducted using SPSS and R statistical software. Descriptive statistics will be calculated for socio-demographic and study variables. Baseline differences between groups will be examined using independent sample t-tests. Pearson correlation analysis will be conducted to examine relationships among study variables.
Multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) will be used to evaluate intervention effects on marital satisfaction and mental health outcomes while controlling for baseline scores. Repeated measures analysis will be conducted to examine changes across assessment time points and evaluate maintenance of intervention effects over time.
Expected Significance
The study is expected to contribute evidence regarding the effectiveness of emotional intelligence training for improving marital satisfaction and mental health among married adults in Bangladesh. The findings may support the development of preventive mental health interventions, relationship enhancement programs, and family well-being initiatives in community and clinical settings.
- Conditions
- Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health
- Being tested
- Emotional Intelligence Training
- Keywords
- Emotional Intelligence Training, Marital Satisfaction, Mental Health, Psychological Well-being
- Medical subject headings
- Psychological Well-Being
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Emotional Intelligence TrainingBehavioural
Participants in this arm will receive a structured Emotional Intelligence (EI) training program designed to enhance emotional awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, stress management, and interpersonal communication skills. The training will be delivered through multiple sessions involving psychoeducation, group discussions, role-playing, and practical exercises. The aim of the intervention is to improve emotional intelligence, marital satisfaction, and mental health outcomes among married adults.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Emotional Intelligence Training Group | Experimental | Participants in this arm will receive a structured Emotional Intelligence training program designed to improve emotional awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, stress management, and interpersonal communication skills through multiple interactive sessions including psychoeducation, group discussion, role-play, and practical exercises. Receives: Behavioral: Emotional Intelligence Training |
| Control Group | No intervention | Participants in this arm will not receive the Emotional Intelligence training during the study period. They will continue their usual daily activities without any structured psychological intervention. After completion of post-intervention assessments, a brief emotional intelligence workshop will be offered to participants in the control group. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Marital Satisfaction
Marital satisfaction will be assessed using the Marital Satisfaction subscale of the ENRICH Marital Satisfaction Scale (EMS). The subscale consists of 10 items rated on a 5-point Likert scale. Total scores range from 10 to 50, with higher scores indicating greater marital satisfaction.
Measured: Baseline, 4 weeks (post-test), and 3-month follow-up
Depression
Depression will be measured using the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II), a 21-item standardized self-report scale assessing severity of depressive symptoms. Total scores range from 0 to 63, with higher scores indicating more severe depressive symptoms and worse mental health outcomes.
Measured: Baseline, 4 weeks (post-test), and 3-month follow-up
Anxiety
Anxiety will be assessed using the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), a 21-item standardized self-report instrument measuring severity of anxiety symptoms. Total scores range from 0 to 63, with higher scores indicating greater anxiety severity and worse mental health outcomes.
Measured: Baseline, 4 weeks (post-test), and 3-month follow-up
Psychological Well-being
Psychological well-being will be assessed using the Mental Health Continuum-Short Form (MHC-SF), which measures emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Total scores range from 0 to 70, with higher scores indicating greater psychological well-being and better mental health outcomes.
Measured: Baseline, 4 weeks (post-test), and 3-month follow-up
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted22 May 2026
- Study start1 Jul 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion30 Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion31 Jan 2027 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Emotional IntelligenceStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- Participants will be assigned to either an intervention group receiving Emotional Intelligence training or a control group receiving no intervention during the study period. The intervention group will participate in structured EI training sessions, while the control group will continue with one day workshop.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 120 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University of Dhaka
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Nusrat Sharmin, University of Dhaka
- Investigators
- Nusrat Sharmin, MSc, Principal investigator, PhD candidate, Department of Psychology, University of Dhaka
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07603882
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- DU_EI_MaritalStudy_01
- Other IDs
- 37.01.0000.000.071.36.0006.23, Ref. No.230/Biol.Scs.
- Status last verified
- May 2026
- First submitted
- 2 May 2026
- Last updated
- 28 May 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Individual participant data (IPD) will not be shared publicly due to ethical and confidentiality concerns. The study involves sensitive personal and psychological information related to marital satisfaction, emotional intelligence, and mental health. To protect participant privacy and ensure confidentiality, only aggregate results will be reported in publications and presentations. Data access will be restricted to the research team only.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 28 May 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Emotional Intelligence Training on Marital Satisfaction and Mental Health Among Married People in Dhaka City
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07603882
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- DU_EI_MaritalStudy_01
- Conditions
- Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health
- Keywords
- Emotional Intelligence Training, Marital Satisfaction, Mental Health, Psychological Well-being
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrolment
- 120 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- University of DhakaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Jul 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 30 Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 31 Jan 2027 (estimated)
- First posted
- 22 May 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study aims to examine the effects of Emotional Intelligence (EI) training on marital satisfaction and mental health among married adults in Dhaka city, Bangladesh. Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognize, understand, regulate, and manage emotions in oneself and others. Previous studies suggest that emotional intelligence is associated with better relationship quality and psychological well-being; however, limited intervention-based evidence is available in Bangladesh.
A pretest-posttest quasi-experimental design with intervention and control groups will be used. Married adults living in Dhaka City will be assessed on emotional intelligence, marital satisfaction, anxiety, depression, and mental well-being at baseline. Participants with lower emotional intelligence scores based on the baseline TEIQue-SF assessment will be selected for the intervention phase.
The intervention group will receive a structured emotional intelligence training program focusing on emotional awareness, emotion regulation, empathy, communication skills, and interpersonal problem-solving. Assessments will be conducted at baseline, post-intervention, and follow-up to evaluate changes in marital satisfaction and mental health outcomes.
The findings are expected to provide evidence regarding the effectiveness of emotional intelligence training as a low-cost, non-clinical intervention for improving marital relationships and psychological well-being among married individuals in Bangladesh.
Detailed description
Background
Marital dissatisfaction, emotional distress, anxiety, and depression are increasingly recognized as important public health concerns affecting individual and family well-being. Emotional intelligence has been identified as a potential factor associated with healthier interpersonal relationships, improved emotional regulation, and better psychological adjustment. Previous research has shown associations between emotional intelligence, marital satisfaction, and mental health outcomes. However, limited intervention-based research has examined whether emotional intelligence training can improve marital satisfaction and mental health among married adults in Bangladesh.
Purpose of the Study
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of an emotional intelligence training program on marital satisfaction and mental health among married individuals living in Dhaka City.
Study Design
The study will use a pretest-posttest quasi-experimental design with intervention and control groups. Assessments will be conducted at three time points: baseline assessment, post-intervention assessment, and follow-up assessment. The interval between baseline and post-intervention assessments will be at least four weeks, and the follow-up assessment will be conducted three months after completion of the intervention.
Participants and Sampling
The target population will include married men and women residing in Dhaka city. Participants will be recruited using convenience sampling.
Inclusion criteria will include:
Married for at least two years Living with spouse Living in a nuclear family Age between 20 and 60 years Ability to read and write Bangla Willingness to participate in the study
Exclusion criteria will include:
Presence of severe physical illness Incomplete assessment responses
Participants with lower emotional intelligence scores based on the baseline TEIQue-SF assessment will be selected. Approximately the lowest 40% of scorers from the baseline sample will be included in the intervention phase and randomly assigned to intervention and control groups.
A total sample size of 120 participants is planned, with 60 participants in the intervention group and 60 participants in the control group.
Intervention
The intervention group will receive a structured emotional intelligence training program designed to improve emotional awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, interpersonal communication, and coping skills. Training sessions will include psychoeducation, group discussion, practical exercises, and real-life applications related to emotional functioning and marital relationships.
The control group will not receive the full intervention during the study period. After completion of the post-test assessment, the control group will receive a one-day workshop on emotional intelligence.
Outcome Measures
The study will assess emotional intelligence, marital satisfaction, anxiety, depression, and psychological well-being using standardized self-report instruments.
The following measures will be used:
Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire-Short Form (TEIQue-SF) ENRICH Marital Satisfaction Scale (EMS) Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) Mental Health Continuum-Short Form (MHC-SF)
Socio-demographic information including age, gender, education, occupation, socioeconomic status, and number of children will also be collected.
Procedure
Eligible participants will receive information regarding the purpose and procedures of the study before providing informed consent. Baseline assessments will be conducted prior to group allocation.
Participants with lower emotional intelligence scores based on the baseline TEIQue-SF assessment will be selected. Approximately the lowest 40% of scorers from the baseline sample will be included in the intervention phase and randomly assigned to intervention and control groups. The intervention group will participate in the emotional intelligence training program, while the control group will continue usual daily activities during the intervention period.
Post-intervention and follow-up assessments will be conducted using the same measures administered at baseline.
Data Analysis
Data analysis will be conducted using SPSS and R statistical software. Descriptive statistics will be calculated for socio-demographic and study variables. Baseline differences between groups will be examined using independent sample t-tests. Pearson correlation analysis will be conducted to examine relationships among study variables.
Multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) will be used to evaluate intervention effects on marital satisfaction and mental health outcomes while controlling for baseline scores. Repeated measures analysis will be conducted to examine changes across assessment time points and evaluate maintenance of intervention effects over time.
Expected Significance
The study is expected to contribute evidence regarding the effectiveness of emotional intelligence training for improving marital satisfaction and mental health among married adults in Bangladesh. The findings may support the development of preventive mental health interventions, relationship enhancement programs, and family well-being initiatives in community and clinical settings.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- Participants will be assigned to either an intervention group receiving Emotional Intelligence training or a control group receiving no intervention during the study period. The intervention group will participate in structured EI training sessions, while the control group will continue with one day workshop.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Emotional Intelligence Training Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Emotional Intelligence TrainingParticipants in this arm will receive a structured Emotional Intelligence training program designed to improve emotional awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, stress management, and interpersonal communication skills through multiple interactive sessions including psychoeducation, group discussion, role-play, and practical exercises. |
| Control Group | No intervention | –Participants in this arm will not receive the Emotional Intelligence training during the study period. They will continue their usual daily activities without any structured psychological intervention. After completion of post-intervention assessments, a brief emotional intelligence workshop will be offered to participants in the control group. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 20 to 60 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Married men and women living in Dhaka city
- Age between 20 and 40 years
- Married for at least 2 years and living with spouse
- Living in a nuclear family
- Able to read and write (literate)
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Individuals with self-reported severe physical illness
- Individuals with incomplete questionnaire responses
- Individuals unwilling to participate or unable to provide informed consent
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Emotional Intelligence TrainingParticipants in this arm will receive a structured Emotional Intelligence (EI) training program designed to enhance emotional awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, stress management, and interpersonal communication skills. The training will be delivered through multiple sessions involving psychoeducation, group discussions, role-playing, and practical exercises. The aim of the intervention is to improve emotional intelligence, marital satisfaction, and mental health outcomes among married adults. | Behavioural | Emotional Intelligence Training Group |
Primary outcome
Marital Satisfaction
Time frame: Baseline, 4 weeks (post-test), and 3-month follow-up
Marital satisfaction will be assessed using the Marital Satisfaction subscale of the ENRICH Marital Satisfaction Scale (EMS). The subscale consists of 10 items rated on a 5-point Likert scale. Total scores range from 10 to 50, with higher scores indicating greater marital satisfaction.
Depression
Time frame: Baseline, 4 weeks (post-test), and 3-month follow-up
Depression will be measured using the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II), a 21-item standardized self-report scale assessing severity of depressive symptoms. Total scores range from 0 to 63, with higher scores indicating more severe depressive symptoms and worse mental health outcomes.
Anxiety
Time frame: Baseline, 4 weeks (post-test), and 3-month follow-up
Anxiety will be assessed using the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), a 21-item standardized self-report instrument measuring severity of anxiety symptoms. Total scores range from 0 to 63, with higher scores indicating greater anxiety severity and worse mental health outcomes.
Psychological Well-being
Time frame: Baseline, 4 weeks (post-test), and 3-month follow-up
Psychological well-being will be assessed using the Mental Health Continuum-Short Form (MHC-SF), which measures emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Total scores range from 0 to 70, with higher scores indicating greater psychological well-being and better mental health outcomes.
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 28 May 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Individual participant data (IPD) will not be shared publicly due to ethical and confidentiality concerns. The study involves sensitive personal and psychological information related to marital satisfaction, emotional intelligence, and mental health. To protect participant privacy and ensure confidentiality, only aggregate results will be reported in publications and presentations. Data access will be restricted to the research team only.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
Nusrat Sharmin, MSc contact
Nusrat Sharmin, MSc principal investigator
PhD candidate, Department of Psychology, University of Dhaka
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Emotional Intelligence Training in people with Emotional Intelligence and Mental Health, run by University of Dhaka at 1 site in Bangladesh.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 6 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 28 May 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Bangladesh. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Nusrat Sharmin, MSc (+8801716328623, nusratsharmin337@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Marital Satisfaction (time frame: Baseline, 4 weeks (post-test), and 3-month follow-up). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 28 May 2026.