Salud mental, capital psicológico y satisfacción laboral en trabajadores ecuatorianos en la zona urbana de la Provincia de Santa Elena durante el año 2023

Abstract

Abstract: The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of mental health, psychological capital, and job satisfaction among Ecuadorian workers in the management and operational areas in the urban area of ​​Santa Elena Province during 2023. The research used a quantitative, non-experimental, cross-sectional, and descriptive design. The sample was obtained through non-probability and accidental accessibility sampling. A total of 54 workers were surveyed. The following instruments were administered: Ad Hoc Questionnaire, Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21), Psychological Capital Questionnaire (PCQ), and Job Satisfaction Inventory (JSI). Regarding mental health variables, a higher percentage of absence was observed in all three variables. Likewise, a minimal percentage of depression and anxiety were extremely severe, and a minimal percentage of stress was severe. It was also observed that employees had a high level of psychological capital, with hope having the highest percentage. Finally, regarding job satisfaction, the majority of employees reported extrinsic satisfaction.