Salud Mental, Capital psicológico y Satisfacción laboral en Trabajadores de la Provincia del Azuay durante el año 2023.

Abstract

Abstract: This research analyzes the mental health of employees in the Province of Azuay, evaluating stress, anxiety and depression, and their impact on job satisfaction. The objective is analyze the mental health, psychological capital and job satisfaction of workers in Azuay during 2023. The study used a non-experimental quantitative approach with a cross-sectional and descriptive design. A sociodemographic and work questionnaire was applied, the Depression, Anxiety and Stress (DASS-21), and Psychological Capital scales and job satisfaction in 64 workers. The results show a high absence of mental health problems: 91% without stress, 83% without anxiety and 78% without depression. However, there are cases of depression and anxiety from mild to severe. High levels of psychological capital are also observed, especially in self-efficacy, hope, resilience and optimism. Job satisfaction is moderate to high in intrinsic and extrinsic aspects. The conclusions indicate that workers manage stress well, have high absence anxiety and low prevalence of depression. It is recommended to implement programs psychological support and promote psychological capital to improve job satisfaction.