Journal of Career Development
2019

Psychology of Working Theory With Refugee Persons: Applications for Career Counseling (Article)

Massengale M.* , Shebuski K.M. , Karaga S. , Choe E. , Hong J. , Hunter T.L. , Dispenza F.
  • a Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, United States
  • b Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, United States
  • c Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, United States
  • d Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, United States
  • e Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, United States
  • f Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, United States
  • g Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, United States

Abstract

The world is facing the largest number of displaced persons in history, with many refugee persons seeking safety in the United States. Among many challenges, refugee persons may face difficulty when navigating the world of work in the United States. We conceptualize career-related barriers for refugee persons residing in the United States, including economic constraints, acculturation challenges, and health disparities. Given these challenges, we describe the relevance of psychology of working theory as a potential theoretical model from which to conceptualize career concerns in refugee persons. Finally, based on previous research, we provide implications for counselors working with refugee persons with vocational concerns, as well as suggested areas for future research. © Curators of the University of Missouri 2019.

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career counseling psychology of working theory refugee persons

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https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85062837853&doi=10.1177%2f0894845319832670&partnerID=40&md5=b1b6e49e5d3879cf06b73a6518235d76
DOI: 10.1177/0894845319832670
ISSN: 08948453
Original Language: English