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  • 19 - Career Development of Women

  • from Section 4 - Work and Family Issues
  • Edited by Fanny M. Cheung, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Diane F. Halpern, Claremont McKenna College, California
  • Book:
    The Cambridge Handbook of the International Psychology of Women
    Published online:
    20 July 2020
    Print publication:
    06 August 2020, pp 275-288

  • Summary

    This chapter discusses conceptualization, research, and intervention issues related to the career development of women. First, social and psychological factors affecting the career development of women are reviewed. Second, recent theoretical advances and formulations in career development most relevant to understanding the career challenges of women are examined. Third, research findings related to gender differences in career choices and interests are examined, including those that seek to explain differences in STEM-related interests and careers. Fourth, implications for career guidance and counseling are discussed in light of the literature reviewed. Overall, this chapter seeks to enrich the literature on the career development of women using an international perspective and suggest career development practices that can move our societies toward achieving greater gender equity.