Riesgos psicosociales y estrés laboral en trabajadores nacionales y migrantes de Ecuador

Abstract

Abstract: Psychosocial risks are conditions related to the work environment and its study has recently gained interest due to the health dangers posed mental health, well-being and performance of workers. This study was carried out with the objective to analyze the relationship between psychosocial risks and work stress in workers nationals and migrants of Ecuador. A quantitative methodological design was used, descriptive, transversal, exploratory and non-experimental, collecting data from 690 workers through surveys. Instruments were applied such as: Ad Hoc Questionnaire, Maslach Chronic Work Stress Inventory and the Copenhagen Psychosocial Questionnaire (COPSOQ-III). The investigation reveals that, although the demands quantitative work conditions are low for the majority, almost 40% of workers face high emotional demands. More than 70% feel job insecurity, which affects negatively their psychological well-being and performance. The results indicate that the prevalence of burnout is similar in both groups, with migrants showing levels higher levels of depersonalization. Job insecurity is positively correlated with depersonalization and negatively with personal fulfillment.