Sociology: Socialization and Human Behavior

A collection of vocabulary flashcards that summarize key sociological terms and concepts related to socialization and human behavior.

Socialization

The process through which individuals learn and internalize the values, beliefs, and behaviors of their culture.

Human Behavior

The range of actions and mannerisms exhibited by humans in conjunction with their environment, influenced by cultural and social factors.

Resocialization

The process of learning new norms, values, attitudes, and behaviors when individuals move from one setting to another.

Looking-Glass Self

A self-image based on how we think others see us, which includes three components: how we think our behavior appears to others, how we think others judge our behavior, and how we feel about their judgments.

Role-Taking

The process of mentally assuming the perspective of another to understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Mortification of the self

The stripping of a person's identity, including their past roles, possessions, and relationships, often required in resocialization contexts like the military or prisons.

Sociobiology

A field of study that examines the biological basis of social behavior in humans and other animals.

Dramaturgical Approach

A sociological perspective that uses the metaphor of theater to describe how social life is similar to a performance, where individuals present themselves in particular ways.

Peer Group Socialization

The process of learning and adopting norms, values, and behaviors through interactions with peers.

Gender Role Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and internalize the roles and behaviors that society considers appropriate for their gender.

Thomas Theorem

The principle that situations defined as real are real in their consequences, highlighting the subjective nature of reality.

Isolation Impact

The consequences of a lack of social contact, which can negatively affect emotional and cognitive development.

Intimate Relationships

Close personal connections characterized by emotional involvement, which today are often found more frequently among peers than family.