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The interaction of work adjustment and attachment theory: career counseling implications
Journal of Employment Counseling
  • Edina Renfro-Michel
  • Larry Burlew
  • Tracey Robert, Fairfield University
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2009
Disciplines
Abstract

Career development is a lifelong process beginning with career choice. However, career choice alone does not guarantee career success. Rather than focus on choosing a career, the theory of work adjustment (TWA) focuses on the process of becoming an exemplary employee through each stage of an individual's career. Within TWA, employee relationships with peers and bosses create reputations that may help or hinder promotion. Understanding attachment theory in relation to TWA may help clients to become more successful in their career. Case examples explain how employment counselors may integrate TWA and attachment theory with clients.

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Copyright 2009 Wiley/American Counseling Association.

Published Citation
Renfro-Michel, Edina, Burlew, Larry, & Robert, Tracey (2009). The interaction of work adjustment and attachment theory: career counseling implications. Journal of Employment Counseling, 46(1), 18-26.
DOI
10.1002/j.2161-1920.2009.tb00062.x
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Citation Information
Edina Renfro-Michel, Larry Burlew and Tracey Robert. "The interaction of work adjustment and attachment theory: career counseling implications" Journal of Employment Counseling Vol. 46 Iss. 1 (2009)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/tracey_robert/10/