Calderón García, AndreaÁlvarez Gallardo, EstelaBelinchón de Miguel, PedroClemente Suárez, Vicente Javier2025-01-142025-01-142024Calderón-García, A., Álvarez-Gallardo, E., Belinchón-deMiguel, P., & Clemente-Suárez, V. J. (2024). Gender differences in autonomic and psychological stress responses among educators: A heart rate variability and psychological assessment study. Frontiers in Psychology, 15, 1422709. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2024.14227091664-1078http://hdl.handle.net/11268/13475Introduction: This study explores the gender differences in psychological stress perception and autonomic modulation among teachers. Methods: Utilizing heart rate variability (HRV) as a measure of autonomic function and a suite of validated psychological tests, the study examines the discrepancies in stress, anxiety, burnout, and personality traits between male and female educators. Results: Results indicate that despite higher reported levels of stress and anxiety, women demonstrate a higher HRV, suggesting a stronger parasympathetic response. Discussion: These findings highlight the complex interplay between psychological stressors and physiological responses, emphasizing the need for gender-specific interventions in stress management within the educational sector. Implications for enhancing educators’ well-being and performance through tailored strategies are discussed.engAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 Internacionalhttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/journal article10.3389/fpsyg.2024.1422709open accessNeuropsicologíaComportamiento del docenteEstrés mentalGoal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girlsGoal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages