Women in Authority: A Sociopsychological Analysis
- 1 January 1978
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in The Journal of Applied Behavioral Science
- Vol. 14 (1) , 7-20
- https://doi.org/10.1177/002188637801400103
Abstract
The attempt to reduce discrimination against women in work settings has received new strength from the re-emergent feminist movement. Women are now more often being considered for positions of genuine organizational authority. We present and analyze a case example-a woman manager and her staff within a mental health center-that illustrates some basic problems arising from such social change. Our approach to the exercise of authority is sociopsychological: We seek to interrelate organizational structure, leadership style, and staff group dynamics.Keywords
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