Tried to determine whether the self-esteem of black women who worked outside the home was higher than that of black women who were homemakers exclusively. Investigated the population of black college-educated wives of professional men and found that those who worked outside the home had higher self-esteem than those who remained at home.…

Examined 15 rural home-working families for allocation of work time. Found families displayed marked variability in work hour and work day patterns, both individual and across group. Both work days and allocated work times were punctuated by interruptions for child care and household chores, resulting in work/family time interaction rather than…

Data from 2,100 two-parent, two-child households were analyzed to determine the relationships of demographic variables, ownership of 11 appliances, and time spent in four categories of household tasks. Little evidence was found that appliance ownership is related to less time being spent in household tasks. (Author/CT)

Describes the development, content, and outcome of a highly cost-effective program designed to meet the personal and vocational needs of displaced homemakers. Follow-up data (N=232) indicated 30 percent of the women made gains in employment or training. Results are particularly significant in terms of cost effectiveness. (JAC)

Today's dilemma of involving young homemakers in educational programs at a time when their family living problems are paramount is discussed. (Editor)

Argues that the housewife role itself, which both housewives and employed wives share, is anomic. Data from the 1974 General Social Survey showed that although women in these categories do not differ on this measure once class is controlled, different variables predict anomia for women in each work-status category. (Author/JAC)

A study of household tasks resulted in the following conclusions: (1) the primary responsibility and the actual work of the household continues to be performed by women, (2) mothers of young children are the busiest, and (3) women who work outside the home get little assistance in housework from their families. (CT)

Details a study that investigated how middle-aged housewives responded to different age portrayals for different age-oriented products in advertisements. Concludes that there was a clear interaction between age-orientation of product and age of model in an advertisement, but no pervasive "younger is better" effect. (FL)

Describes the use of computer simulation, based on analysis of data collected from homemakers in the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program, to predict participant performance and project the cost effectiveness of alternatives. Discusses the usefulness of simulation as a management and instructional tool. (SK)

Relatively few widows enter the labor force, but this is due to the high percentage who are already working. Results suggest a probable overestimation of the usefulness of jobs as role replacements or income producers for widows. (Author)

Analysis of the life history of a rural woman who left home to pursue an urban career yields insights into the ways in which home and memories of home can support women's career development over the lifespan and prepare them for the emotional and financial difficulties of transition. (Contains 26 references.) (SK)

Describes learned helplessness and its effect on ability of displaced homemakers to enter or reenter the work force successfully. Suggests that success in making transition from homemaker to worker may depend on attributions women provide for their failed or ended marriages. Discusses ways in which counselors may assist displaced homemakers in…

A Pinellas County (Florida) program serves women who are single, separated, divorced, or widowed and in need of training in vocational as well as basic skills. In addition to training and financial assistance, the program offers a variety of support services such as job placement, child care funding, and transportation support. (JOW)

The assumption of a study was that self rather than role forms the link between individuals and society. Data obtained through participant observation and 142 interviews with elderly women revealed that their identity is deeply embedded within their informal involvements and social network ties. (SK)