SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL FEATURES OF WOMEN'S CAREER STRIVING IN PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31149/ijnps.v4i3.2810Keywords:
Women, Professional Activity, Career, Social Factors, Psychological Characteristics, Gender Stereotypes, Discrimination, Labor MarketAbstract
This article comprehensively analyzes the socio-psychological characteristics of women's career aspirations in their professional activities. The historical role of women in the labor market, their position in society, the barriers they face, and their personal motivations and aspirations are considered. The article explores the role of gender stereotypes, social norms, family obligations, and discrimination at work in shaping women's career paths. Psychological factors such as confidence in effectiveness, ambition, and mental resilience in women's career aspirations are also analyzed. Based on the available literature, the complex processes of achieving professional success of women are highlighted, and relevant recommendations are given.
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