The Impact of the Work Context on Common Mental Disorders Among University Professors

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted the educational sector, affecting the mental health of teachers. This study evaluated the psychometric properties of the Remote Teaching Work Context Assessment Scale (RTWCAS) and identified the prevalence and predictors of Common Mental Health Disorders (CMHDs) among 235 professors from a Brazilian public university. Adaptation of the RTWCAS demonstrated validity through exploratory factor analysis, internal consistency, and convergent validity. Approximately 38.3% of participants reported CMHDs, with race, income, COVID-19 risk group status, age, and work organization as significant predictors.