Salud mental, capital psicológico y satisfacción laboral en trabajadores ecuatorianos

Abstract

Abstract: The present research aims to determine the prevalence of mental health, psychological capital and job satisfaction in Ecuadorian workers from two educational institutions in the public and private sectors of the city of Machala during the year 2023. Using a non-experimental cross-sectional quantitative approach, through the use of the Ad Hoc sociodemographic and labor questionnaire, the Depression, Anxiety and Stress scale (DASS - 21), the Psychological Capital scale and Job Satisfaction will be measured through the Warr scale. With a population of 50 teachers from private and public institutions in the city of Machala. Research on workers from educational institutions in Machala during 2023 shows that the majority have good mental health, with few cases of depression and anxiety. High levels of psychological capital (efficacy, hope, optimism and resilience) and job satisfaction stand out, although with some individual variability. These psychological resources and job satisfaction promote positive attitudes and behaviors at work, counteracting organizational stress and cynicism. Strengthening these aspects is key to improving the well-being of workers in these educational environments.