Conclusion:
This study showed that EI score differences among medical students in
Al-Quds and Al-Najah Universities related to their academic stage (basic
vs. clinical). Basic medical students had higher EI scores compared to
clinical students. Furthermore, EI scores were enhanced by feeling
satisfied and having no regrets about studying medicine and by
participation in extracurricular activities or hobbies. The key finding
of this study is to direct medical schools toward furnishing the
emotional skill development of medical students in order to enhance the
student and doctor-patient relationships.
Acknowledgement We would like to thank Dr. Suhair Ereqat for her advice and assistance
in keeping our progress on schedule. Our grateful thanks are also
extended to Mr. Mohamad Zawahra for his help in the meteorological data
analysis and to Dr. Bassam Banat with Dr. Omar Remawi for help with the
questionnaire. We wish to acknowledge the help provided by the Medical
Research Club of Al-Quds University.