David R. Caruso
David R. Caruso is a psychologist and co-author of the 2008 American Psychologist paper on emotional intelligence as an ability or a mix of traits.
Who they are
The work of David R. Caruso reaches this site through the paper listed below. On this site the name is tied to Emotional Intelligence, Ability Versus Mixed Emotional Intelligence.
Key papers
Mayer, J. D., Salovey, P., & Caruso, D. R. (2008). Emotional intelligence: New ability or eclectic traits? American Psychologist, 63(6), 503-517. What it reports: Describes a split between researchers who study emotional intelligence as a distinct set of mental abilities and those who study a broader mix of positive traits, and argues that separating the two clarifies which research is relevant.
Key ideas
Emotional Intelligence: The ability to perceive, understand, use and manage emotions in yourself and others.
Ability Versus Mixed Emotional Intelligence: The split between measuring emotional intelligence as an ability and measuring it as a blend of traits.
Sources
- Mayer, J. D., Salovey, P., & Caruso, D. R. (2008). Emotional intelligence: New ability or eclectic traits? American Psychologist, 63(6), 503-517.