The influence of extraversion on emotional expression: A moderated mediation model

• Yanxia Wu

  Shanghai Normal University

• Jiamei Lu

  Shanghai Normal University

• Nianqu Chen

  Shanghai Normal University

• Bihua Xiang

  Shanghai Normal University

We developed a moderated mediation model to investigate both the mediating role of self-esteem in the relationship between extraversion and emotional expression, and the moderating effect of emotional intelligence on this mediating role, in a moderated mediation model. We used personality and emotional expression questionnaires, and self-esteem and emotional intelligence scales to survey 2,644 Chinese college students. Results showed that there was a significant positive correlation between extraversion and emotional expression and a partial mediating role of self-esteem between extraversion and emotional expression, and that the mediating role of self-esteem was moderated by emotional intelligence. Indirect effects were more significant in participants with high versus low emotional intelligence. Thus, the influence of extraversion on emotional expression was a moderated mediation effect. Theoretical guidance and practical implications for the cultivation of emotional expression in college students are discussed.

1. Yanxia Wu, Shanghai Normal University
   Counseling and Student Development Center, Education Science College
2. Jiamei Lu, Shanghai Normal University
   Counseling and Student Development Center, Education Science College
3. Nianqu Chen, Shanghai Normal University
   Counseling and Student Development Center, Education Science College
4. Bihua Xiang, Shanghai Normal University
   Counseling and Student Development Center, Education Science College

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