Age-related differences in the emotion regulation of teachers in the classroom

Abstract

In a project on Age-related differences in the emotion regulation of teachers facing demanding classroom situations we investigated how teachers can be supported in regulating their emotions during demanding situations in their lessons so that they remain well, healthy and able to work until regular retirement age. Results of this project demonstrated that emotion regulation is indeed relevant to maintain emotional well-being and work ability of teachers. Thus, the ability to regulate their emotions successfully can be considered a resource of teachers which contributes to their health and well-being.