Table 1: Comparative analysis of means in relation to gender.

Scales

Male*

Female*

Z

p

– Recognition of emotions

16.5 ± 5.3

4.2 ± 2.64

-1.239

0.450

– Behavioral and cognitive self regulation of emotions

10.2 ± 2.6

7.9 ± 2.89

-1.056

0.156

– Relationships

6.5 ± 2.3

5.7 ± 3.51

-2.572

0.000*

– Interpersonal sensitivity

6.8 ± 3.4

10.7 ± 4.52

-3.72

0.002*

* Data indicate mean ± standard deviation. Significant differences at the 0.5 level.