Estilos de conducción y salud mental en conductores motorizados de la ciudad del Coca, provincia de Orellana, Ecuador, durante el 2025.

Abstract

Abstract: The main objective of this study is to evaluate driving styles and mental health in motorized drivers in the city of Coca, Orellana province, during the year 2025, with a sample of 84 drivers. A quantitative approach was used, under a non-experimental, cross-sectional, and descriptive design. Data collection instruments included the Ad Hoc Sociodemographic Questionnaire, the Multidimensional Driving Style Inventory (MDSI), the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28), and the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT). The findings showed that, among maladaptive driving styles, the reckless style reached a mean of 13.46, while among adaptive styles, the cautious style stood out with a mean of 26.11. Regarding mental health, somatic symptoms presented a mean of 4.90. Furthermore, in terms of alcohol consumption patterns, 83.3% of the participants were classified as abstinent or low risk. In conclusion, the results allow us to identify clear trends in the driving styles, emotional state, and consumption habits of motorized drivers.