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Derivatives of the Self-Directed Search: Potential Clinical and Evaluative Uses.

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Healy, Charles C.; Mourton, Don L. – Journal of Vocational Behavior, 1983

Computed four derivatives of the Self-Directed Search (SDS) and correlated them with other indices of career maturity for 138 community college students. Accuracy in estimating one's SDS profile correlated significantly with five other maturity indices, but the other derivatives tended not to relate to other career maturity criteria. (JAC)

Descriptors: Career Counseling, Career Development, College Students, Counseling Techniques

Vocational Maturity and Anxiety Among Vocationally Undecided and Indecisive Students: The Effectiveness of Holland's Self-Directed Search

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McGowan, Andrew S. – Journal of Vocational Behavior, 1977

High school males (N=66) and 60 high school females were tested for anxiety and vocational maturity levels. The experimental subjects were given the Self Directed Search (SDS). Statistical analysis indicated that the SDS was an effective instrument in reducing career indecision. (Author)

Descriptors: Anxiety, Career Choice, Career Counseling, Decision Making