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

Abstract

Abstract: The prevalence of mental health, psychological capital and job satisfaction are essential variables for the psychological and work well-being of individuals. This study aims to determine the prevalence of mental health, psychological capital and job satisfaction in Ecuadorian workers in the northern and southern sectors of the city of Cuenca during the year 2024. With a sample of 82 workers from public and private institutions, the It used a non-experimental, descriptive, transversal, non-correlational methodology and has a quantitative approach. To evaluate each variable, the DASS 21, Ad Hoc, Psychological Capital and Job Satisfaction instruments were applied. The results showed an extremely severe prevalence of anxiety (56%) and depression (46%), absence of stress (34%), and high levels of psychological capital and job satisfaction. It is concluded that workers have adequate mental health, job satisfaction and psychological capital; likewise, it is recommended to implement programs to strengthen and maintain psychological capital and job satisfaction, as well as structured workshops for the management of depression and anxiety.