Selecting Astronauts for Emotional Intelligence

The need for astronauts with high emotional intelligence became crucial for long-duration space missions as interpersonal relationships in close confinement could impact mission success. NASA began prioritizing emotional IQ in astronaut selection, leading the lead psychiatrist to face challenges in assessing emotional intelligence due to candidates' polished and practiced behavior in interviews.

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