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Peer reviewedPerosa, Sandra L.; Perosa, Linda M. – International Journal of Aging and Human Development, 1985
Investigated the midcareer crisis and examined sex differences distinguishing midcareer changers (N=134). The results revealed that individuals who changed careers scored significantly higher on identity achievement and affiliation, and there was a significant positive correlation between identity achievement and self-concept. No sex differences…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adults, Career Change, Career Development
Peer reviewedPerosa, Sandra L.; Perosa, Linda M. – Journal of Counseling & Development, 1987
Describes a model designed to help counselors facilitate the midcareer change process. Portrays problems of typical midcareer changers using case studies. Presents intervention strategies in a framework that includes emotional adaption and cognitive decision making. (Author/ABB)
Descriptors: Career Change, Counseling Techniques, Decision Making, Emotional Adjustment
Peer reviewedPerosa, Linda M.; Perosa, Sandra L. – Journal of Career Assessment, 1997
Describes and critiques comprehensive models of midlife career change. Discusses instruments for assessing the psychological resources/barriers, emotional states, and coping strategies of voluntary and involuntary career changers. (SK)
Descriptors: Career Change, Career Counseling, Emotional Response, Measures (Individuals)
Perosa, Sandra L.; Perosa, Linda M. – Vocational Guidance Quarterly, 1983
Compared three groups of people (N=134) facing midcareer crisis using a structured interview. Suggested that Hopson and Adams' (1977) model can provide a framework for understanding emotional factors in voluntary career transitions. Janis and Mann's (1977) conflict model describes where in the decision-making process the groups chose alternative…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adult Development, Career Change, Decision Making
