Prevalencia de la salud mental, capital psicológico y satisfacción laboral en docentes ecuatorianos en el sector urbano de las ciudades de Atuntaqui e Ibarra durante el año 2023

Abstract

Abstract: The fundamental purpose of this investigation is to exhaustively analyze the prevalence of key indicators of psychological well-being, psychological capital and satisfaction labor among teachers who work in the towns of Atuntaqui and Ibarra during the year 2023. To carry out the study, a representative sample consisting of 42 teachers, covering both public and private institutions, adopting a quantitative, characterized by a non-experimental research design, which materialized through a transversal and descriptive design. Various instruments were implemented assessment, including the AD-HOC sociodemographic questionnaire, the DASS-21 scale, the PSY-CAP, and the job satisfaction test. The results obtained revealed that the teachers evaluated have low levels of stress, anxiety and depression. Furthermore, with regard to to psychological capital and job satisfaction, the results showed positive values. In conclusion, the teachers participating in the study exhibit an emotional and psychological state favorable, manifesting receptivity, activity and disposition in their work, benefiting their personal development and professional performance, promoting a work environment conducive to psychological well-being of educators.