Cultura organizacional y salud mental en jóvenes de una Asociación Internacional de Estudiantes, en el año 2024

Abstract

This research project will analyze the nexus of organizational culture and mental health within young members of an International Student Association. In a global context where young leaders face increasingly complex challenges, it is crucial to examine how organizational environments influence their psychological well-being. The central intention of this research is to study the nexus of organizational culture and mental health of young people in this association over the course of the year 2024. A quantitative methodology was used with a non-experimental design and a cross-sectional correlational approach. The population for this study included university students and recent graduates between 18 and 30 years of age from institutions of higher education in the Ecuadorian capital. The results revealed a strong organizational culture in the association, characterized by high involvement and clarity in the mission. However, areas for improvement in consistency and adaptability were identified. Regarding the mental health of the young people, the findings were generally positive: 58.54% show good mental health, while 39.02% are at an intermediate level. Finally, no significant correlation was identified on organizational culture and mental health in the participants. This indicates that there could be other factors, apart from organizational culture, that have a significant influence on the mental well-being of young people in this association.