Studied the relationship of well-being to involvement in multiple roles for 134 Caucasian women who were married and mothers; 50 were also paid workers. Two indices of well-being were used, self-esteem and satisfaction with one's current role pattern. No differences in level of well-being were found. (Author/JAC)

Conceptualization of the lives of adult women and the forces affecting their well-being have concentrated on five constructs: (1) chronological age; (2) menopause and the empty nest; (3) marital status; (4) parity; and (5) multiple role involvement as a source of stress. A re-examination of these variables focused on the concerns and…

Major themes from an ongoing study of women in midlife were identified using data from interviews with 60 women 35 to 55 who vary in family status; never-married, married/childless, married with children and work status (working in high, medium, or low-prestige occupations or at home). Interviews focused on issues, rewards, and concerns. There…