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    Investigating the Impact of Reading Short Storieson the psychological balance and the Emotional Development of EFL Learners
    (2026) OUARED Aicha; ZIADI Nassima
    This study investigates the impact of reading short stories on the psychological balance and emotional development of English as foreign language EFL learners. While reading hastraditionally been emphasized for its linguistic benefits such as vocabulary acquisition, grammar improvement, and reading comprehension this research highlights its significant affective and psychological dimensions. Drawing on theoretical perspectives from positive psychology and developmental bibliotherapy.the study explores how literary narratives can enhance learners emotional well-being, reduce anxiety , and foster empathy and self-awareness. A mixed methods approach was adopted, combining quantitative data collected through questionnaire with qualitative insights derived from classroom observation.The findings aim to examine learners attitudes toward short stories and analyze how narrative engagement contributes to emotional regulation, motivation, and psychologicalstability. The study also investigates key narrative processes such as identification , empathy, and narrative transportation, and their role in shaping learners emotional experiences. The results are expected to demonstrate that integrating short stories into EFL classrooms not only supports linguistic development but also promotes emotional growth andpsychological balance. This research contributes to the field of language education by bridging the gap between cognitive and affective aspects of learning, emphasizing the importance of addressing learners emotional needs alongside academic achievement.