Situación de la empresa de comunicación y estado de la salud integral de la profesión de periodistas y comunicadores en Ecuador

Abstract

Abstract: This thesis investigates the overall health of media professionals in Ecuador, with the main objective being to understand their work environment and how it impacts their quality of life. Through data collection from various media outlets and interviews with professionals, several situations affecting their physical, mental, and social health were identified. The interviews with journalists and broadcasters from diverse media outlets provided detailed insights into job insecurity, lack of contracts, long working hours, stress levels, labor rights, and freedom of expression, all of which negatively impact their well-being, as they increase the risk of developing illnesses. Given this understanding of the factors influencing their performance, it is essential to promote institutional policies that guarantee the protection, safety, and well-being of media workers. It is concluded that strengthening the comprehensive health of communicators in Ecuador is essential to guarantee sustainable professional development, quality information, and the construction of more informed and democratic societies, where the strategic role of responsible journalism is valued.