Prevalencia de la salud mental, capital psicológico y satisfacción laboral en trabajadores ecuatorianos del Cantón Camilo Ponce Enríquez, durante el año 2024.

Abstract

Abstract: The objective of this research is to determine the prevalence of mental health, psychological capital and job satisfaction in Ecuadorian workers of the Camilo Ponce Enriquez Canton, during the year 2024, in a sample of 67 workers of public institutions. A quantitative methodology with a cross-sectional and descriptive design was used, applying instruments such as the Ad Hoc questionnaire, the DASS-21 scale, the PCQ-24 and the NTP 394 job satisfaction scale. The results revealed worrying percentages in moderate anxiety (19.4%), extremely severe anxiety (8.96%), severe stress (5.97%) and extremely severe depression (2.99%), although the percentages of absence in the three variables predominated. In terms of psychological capital, high scores were found in hope (M=36), efficacy (M=34), resilience (M=32) and optimism (M=31). Workers also reported high overall satisfaction (M=83), with intrinsic satisfaction (M=39) being lower than extrinsic satisfaction (M=44). In conclusion, the evaluated workers have adequate psychological resources to perform at work, which is reflected in their mental state, high psychological capital and job satisfaction.