Prevalencia de la salud mental, capital psicológico y satisfacción laboral en trabajadores ecuatorianos del sector Centro de la ciudad de Zamora

Abstract

Abstract: Mental health among workers is of great importance, as their well-being directly influences their ability to work efficiently. The objective of this research was to determine the prevalence of mental health, psychological capital, and job satisfaction among Ecuadorian workers. The research design was quantitative, cross-sectional, and descriptive. The sample consisted of 53 workers. Data collection instruments included the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21), the Psychological Capital Questionnaire, and the Job Satisfaction Questionnaire. It was determined that the majority of participants showed an absence of stress (75%), anxiety (49%), and depression (60%). Within psychological capital, hope scored the highest with an average value of 32.64, and regarding job satisfaction, extrinsic satisfaction predominated with an average of 39.62. Ecuadorian workers exhibit a satisfactory level of mental health.