Prevalencia de la salud mental, capital psicológico y satisfacción laboral en docentes ecuatorianos en el sector las palmas de la ciudad de Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas durante el año 2023

Abstract

Abstract: The study analyses the incidence of psychological capital and job satisfaction in Ecuadorian teachers, focusing on their influence on mental health. The study, conducted in Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, is based on a quantitative research design. A sample of 42 professors selected by convenience was used, key data collection tools were used: Luthans Psychological Capital questionnaire, AD Hoc and DASS-21 to assess levels of anxiety and depression and, finally, the Meliá and Peiró Satisfaction Scale S20/23. The results of the study indicate that there is a positive correlation between high psychological capital, moderate job satisfaction and higher levels of mental health. The analysis shows a significant direct correlation between these factors. This indicates the importance of implementing more effective intervention strategies to improve these aspects among teachers. The results of this research contribute to knowledge about the impact of working environments on the mental health of teachers. The importance of implementing policies that foster a favourable working environment in order to raise the level of education is highlighted.