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Sargent, Alice G.; Schlossberg, Nancy K. – Training and Development Journal, 1988
Suggests basic truths about adult behavior: (1) adult behavior is determined by transition, not age; (2) adults are motivated to learn and change by a need to control, belong, matter, master, renew, and take stock; and (3) adult readiness for change depends on situation, support, self, and strategies. (JOW)
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adults, Developmental Stages, Midlife Transitions
Schuster, John P. – Training and Development Journal, 1991
A first-half/second-half view of adult life affects the human resource development profession. In the first half, young adults measure worth in terms of competence and acquisition. The mature adult emphasizes integrity and values. Management of human resources must take these differences into account. (JOW)
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adults, Age Differences, Leadership Training
Nickle, Blair Warman; Maddox, Robert C. – Training and Development Journal, 1988
Although midlife transition is an emotional crisis for an individual, it means expensive turnover for the organization. There are three approaches an organization can take in dealing with midlife transitions: education, counseling, and restructuring jobs and tasks. Education is necessary before counseling and restructuring can begin. (JOW)
Descriptors: Adult Counseling, Adult Development, Employees, Employer Employee Relationship
