Influence of Empathic Ability and Ego Resilience on the Interpersonal Relationships of Dental Hygiene Students

Abstract

Objectives: The aim of the study was to examine the influence of empathic ability and ego resilience on the ability of dental hygiene students to maintain good interpersonal relationships.
 Methods: Data were collected between March 1 and March 31, 2021, through a self-report questionnaire. The subjects for the study were 189 dental hygiene students who were selected using convenience sampling.
 Results: Ability in interpersonal relationships was found to have a statistically positive correlation with empathic ability (r = 0.338, p < .01 ) and ego resilience (r = 0.649, p < .01). Stepwise multiple regression revealed that ego resilience (β = 0.521, p = 0.001) was a significant predictor and accounted for 45.8% of ability in interpersonal relationships.
 Conclusions: The ability to conduct good interpersonal relationships needs to be increased in dental hygiene students by conducting an efficient program to teach ego resilience.

Relevance of dental hygiene to student empathy, interpersonal skills, and clinical practice stress

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