UNDERSTANDING OCCUPATIONAL ADAPTABILITY

ABSTRACT.the purpose of this paper Is to-review and synthesize what is known about occupational adaptability and to propose a heuristic model of the process(es) of adaptation in work. Following an introductory chapter, thtee chapters contain a review of literature that draws from many disciplines and presents an overview of human adaptation in general, as well as in the context of work. The review addresses three guestions: what is meant by adaptability? What are the major factors involved in adaptation?.What behaviors and styles are used in adapting?,ChaPWr 5 presents the model for occupational adaptation, which is intended as a heuristic framework with which to examine elements and forces in*peoplest work lives and how individualsgo about dealing with adaptive demands involved with working. The model also addresses adaptive options of bringing about changes in jobs and work environments, preventing or avoiding tha effects of unwanted changes, and making moves from one job or caree