Socialization 4.0

Socialization

The process of preparing individuals to become group members by adopting appropriate thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Enculturation

The process of learning and adopting the values and behaviors of one's surrounding culture.

Personality

The unique set of traits and characteristics that define an individual, often likened to a thumbprint.

Identity

The way individuals perceive themselves and are perceived by others, which can change over time.

Biological Inheritance

The genetic factors that influence personality, including traits, intelligence, and psychological processes.

Environment

External factors like geography, culture, and social interactions that shape personality development.

Self-concept

An individual's understanding of themselves, including physical, psychological, and social attributes.

Cultural Identity

A person's sense of belonging to a particular group or culture.

Religious Identity

A set of beliefs and practices tied to faith, traditions, and spiritual experiences.

Norms

Guidelines that dictate expected behaviors in social interactions.

Values

Shared ideas about what is considered good or bad within a community.

Folkways

Everyday habits and customs that guide behavior.

Mores

Moral norms that distinguish right from wrong, with significant societal importance.

Taboo

Cultural prohibitions that are strictly forbidden, such as incest or cannibalism.

Laws

Formal rules enforced by the state to regulate behavior.

Ascribed Status

A social position assigned at birth or involuntarily, based on traits like age or ethnicity.

Achieved Status

A social position earned through personal effort, skills, or abilities.

Status Set

All the social positions a person holds at a given time.

Role Sets

The collection of behaviors and responsibilities associated with a particular status.