| Abstract: | Highlights selected demographic, social, and economic forces related to the increase in employment of women and notes the benefits and stresses experienced by employed mothers. These include difficulties associated with finding and affording good day care, concerns about the effects of maternal employment and day care on children, and the difficulties frequently inherent in managing the 2 full-time jobs of employment and motherhood. Suggestions for mental health professionals who work with employed mothers are presented: (1) focus on the woman's family and community systems that may be the source of problems, (2) assist the woman in identifying and priority-rating her multiple demands, and (3) inform individuals about potential stresses and practical problem-solving techniques. (30 ref) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) |
