Ana Costaمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار
Ana Costa is an Invited Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Philosophy and Social Sciences, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, where she actively contributes to research through the Centre for Philosophical and Humanistic Studies (CEFH). Her work is interdisciplinary, bridging psychology, education, and human development, with a strong focus on emotional intelligence, adolescent well-being, and academic outcomes. Faculty of Philosophy and Social Sciences, Universidade Católica Portuguesa Researcher, Centre for Philosophical and Humanistic Studies (CEFH), 2020–2025 Her research interests center on emotional intelligence, subjective well-being, psychometrics, and educational psychology. She investigates how traits like emotional intelligence, mindset, and cultural orientation (individualism vs. collectivism) influence academic achievement and personal development during adolescence. Her methodological approaches include longitudinal analysis, cluster analysis, and systematic reviews, often using self-report data from secondary school students. The recent body of her publications reveals a consistent focus on the psychological and educational dimensions of adolescence. Key themes include the developmental trajectories of emotional intelligence, the determinants of academic success, and the relationship between education and happiness. Her work also explores teacher well-being in Portuguese schools abroad, showing a broad interest in educational systems and stakeholder well-being. Emotional Intelligence Subjective Well-Being Academic Achievement Adolescent Development Psychometrics Longitudinal Analysis Mindset Research Teacher Well-Being Cultural Psychology Educational Policy Ana Costa is actively engaged in collaborative research, frequently co-authoring with scholars such as Luísa Faria, Paula C. Dias, and others within the CEFH network. She has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards, but her work is published in peer-reviewed journals and academic encyclopedias. She advises or mentors students indirectly through project participation, though no direct advisees are listed. She is involved in a major research project on adolescence, psychology, and education, contributing to systematic reviews and empirical studies. She is affiliated with the Centre for Philosophical and Humanistic Studies (CEFH), a research center fostering interdisciplinary inquiry into philosophical, psychological, and social aspects of human life. The center supports a vibrant community of researchers, students, and faculty, promoting collaborative and impactful scholarship.







