Prevalencia de la salud mental, capital psicológico y satisfacción laboral en docentes ecuatorianos

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Abstract:The general objective of this investigation was to determine the prevalence of mental health, psychological capital and job satisfaction in Ecuadorian teachers in the private sector of the city of Cuenca, province of Azuay during the year 2022. It was used a quantitative, non-experimental, transversal and descriptive methodology. The sample was composed of 41 teachers selected from the Jaime Roldós private educational unit Aerie. Instruments were used to measure mental health, psychological capital and job satisfaction, Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scales [DASS-21], the instrument of psychological capital and the Job Satisfaction Scale. The results showed that the Most teachers presented low levels of stress, but they did present symptoms mild anxiety and depression. In addition, high levels of psychological capital and work satisfaction. The main conclusions indicate that the high levels of demand and Lack of resources can negatively affect the well-being and performance of employees. teachers. The implementation of psychological intervention programs and the promotion of a healthy work environment.