Prevalencia de la salud mental, capital psicológico y satisfacción laboral en trabajadores de la ciudad de Urcuquí-Ecuador

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Abstract: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of mental health, psychological capital, and job satisfaction among workers and educators in the urban area of the city of Urcuquí, Ecuador, during the year 2024. The methodology adopted was quantitative, non-experimental, descriptive, and cross-sectional. The sample consisted of 57 workers from the education sector. Instruments such as the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21), the Psychological Capital Questionnaire, and the Job Satisfaction Questionnaire were used. The results indicated that the majority of participants did not exhibit symptoms of stress, anxiety, or depression; however, some reported moderate to severe levels of depression and anxiety. Regarding psychological capital, it was found that workers had high levels of self-efficacy, hope, resilience, and optimism, which positively influenced their work performance and adaptation. In terms of job satisfaction, high scores were found in both intrinsic and extrinsic factors, with extrinsic factors such as remuneration and working conditions being valued more highly. It is recommended to strengthen preventive strategies aimed at workers with higher mental health risks and to implement measures to improve job satisfaction.