There is also evidence showing that EC plays an important role in the development of conscience, which involves the interplay between experiencing moral emotions (i.e., guilt / shame or discomfort following transgressions) and behaving morally, in a way that is compatible with rules and social norms.8 Besides, children who are high in EC appear to be more able to display empathy toward other's emotional states and pro-social
behaviour.4 EC is thought to provide the attentional flexibility required to link emotional reactions (both
positive and negative) in oneself and others with internalized social norms and action in
everyday situations.