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Darley, Susan A. – Journal of Social Issues, 1976
This paper focuses on the situational factors which operate on women to shape their domestic and professional choices and behavior. The analysis proposed is based on social psychological theories, such as role theory and social comparison and attribution theory, rather than on the genetic or personality theories. (Author/AM)
Descriptors: Achievement Need, Attribution Theory, Careers, Employed Women

Helson, Ravena – Journal of Social Issues, 1972
Focuses on social determinants of attitudes towards career women over the last several decades and how changes in these attitudes have been reflected in the design and interpretation of psychological research. (Author/JM)
Descriptors: Career Choice, Career Planning, Careers, Employed Women