Emotional Intelligence, Perceived Financial Strain, and Social Support as Predictors of Psychological adjustment among Lagos State Residents

The research employed a cross-sectional survey methodology to assess people of the Ikorodu Local Government Area in Lagos State, Nigeria. A cohort of 520 participants completed standardized questionnaires assessing psychological adjustment, emotional intelligence, social support, perceived economic distress, and demographic factors. The findings demonstrated that financial hardship, emotional intelligence, and social support significantly predicted psychological adjustment. F(5,485) = 14.61; R²=0.13, p <0.001. The results demonstrated that women (M=13.99, SD=6.26) exhibited superior psychological adjustment compared to men (M=12.32, SD=5.49), who reported a lower level of psychological adjustment. The results indicate that the government should establish strong social support systems for the populace, including palliative care providers. This will enhance the financial condition in the short run and facilitate psychological adaptation in any ensuing epidemic.