Educar en las emociones en tiempos de crisis

Abstract

A wealth of evidence exists that highlights that emotional education can be applied in multiple contexts as a means of promoting better mental health. The present study aims to analyse the importance and utility of working on emotional competencies, especially in the educational environment. Further, the study strives to elaborate practical tools for use during crisis situations as a means of preventing or minimising mental health issues. The present study employs a descriptive design in which a literature review, synthetic analysis and content analysis were performed. The work examines research conducted in connection with organisations and institutions that has emphasised policies targeting emotional education and emotional competencies through proactive and preventive interventions. The present research argues that emotional competencies should be included in initial and in-service teacher training as it has a positive impact on educational quality, mental health and general well-being. A grounded approach is presented that could be followed with children, young people, families and teachers. The present paper concludes by highlighting the importance of developing emotional competencies and promoting projects aimed at effective implementation of emotional education during times of crisis, especially, when considering that many crises are permanent.