Stress and predictive psychosocial variables in Ecuadorian university teachers

University professors are exposed to high levels of stress as a result of the multiple activities involved in their profession.The objective of this research is to explain how a sequence of psychosocial variables directly and indirectly influences stress.Method: A nonprobabilistic and non-clinical sample of 480 professors from different Ecuadorian universities was surveyed online, and participation was anonymous.Sequential Canonical Analysis was used (SEQCA).This paper examined the following multivariate sequence: (1) resilience; (2) psychological inflexibility; (3) loneliness; (4) life engagement; and ( 5) stress.The model also considered the indirect influences of work-related variables including occupation, work-hours, and likelihood of losing a job.Results: The overall SEQCA was statistically significant (p < .0001)and accounted for 36% of the variance.Conclusions: Psychosocial variables predict stress more than work-related variables.The results will provide information for designing effective stress prevention programs. ResumenLos profesores universitarios están expuestos a altos niveles de estrés como consecuencia de las múltiples actividades que conlleva su profesión.El objetivo de esta investigación es explicar cómo una secuencia de variables psicosociales influye directa e indirectamente en el estrés.Se encuestó en línea a 480