Análisis de las Variables Psicosociales asociadas a la Salud Mental en un grupo de Estudiantes de un Centro Universitario a Distancia del Estado de New York (USA) 2015

Abstract

This degree work, entitled "Analysis of the psychosocial variables associated with Mental Health, a group of students, a university distance of the State of New York (USA) 2015". The general objective was objetive: To analyze the distribution of psychosocial variables associated with mental health and substance use (as) university students. The research was descriptive statistics and cross-; the survey technique was used using psychological batteries, which allowed us to measure the variables: Stress, Social Support, Psychological Inflexibility, Resiliency, Anxiety / Depression; Problematic alcohol (or other drugs), Life Satisfaction. A sample obtained by the causal-accidental sampling of 60 college students, men and women, ages ranged between 20-60 years. The results showed that the variables studied are predictors of Mental Health are: personality, stress, loneliness and substance. Inference with the need for empowerment close to the study group to provide social support environments also concluded an assertive way communication advice and counseling