Minority women have experiences that are similar to those of minority men and White women, but their membership in two (or more) minority groups can be the source of unique challenges and stressors in the workforce. This article examines theory and research on minority women's issues with career adjustment, and uses the Theory of Work Adjustment (Lofquist & Dawis, 1991) to discuss a case of a client experiencing racism in her job.
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