socio - key terms Flashcards
socialisation
The process of learning society’s norms, values, and culture through interaction with others.
primary socialisation
The first stage of socialisation, occurring in early childhood through family influence.
secondary socialisation
The process of learning norms and values from institutions like schools, media, and peers.
nature vs nurture
The discussion on whether human behaviour is shaped by biology (nature) or social environment (nurture).
Agents of Socialisation
Groups or institutions that influence an individual’s development, such as family, education, media, religion, and peers.
social control
Methods used to regulate behaviour and enforce norms, including formal (laws) and informal (peer pressure) controls.
personal identity
How an individual sees themselves as unique, shaped by personal experiences and choices.
social identity
The identity shaped by group membership, such as being a student, parent, or employee
gender identity
How individuals see themselves in terms of masculinity or femininity, shaped by society and culture.
ethnic identity
A sense of belonging to a particular ethnic or cultural group, influenced by language, traditions, and religion.
national identity
A sense of belonging to a nation, influenced by symbols, history, and culture.
class identity
How individuals identify based on social class, influenced by income, occupation, and cultural capital.
age identity
How individuals define themselves based on their life stage (childhood, youth, adulthood, old age).
disability identity
The way individuals with disabilities experience their identity, influenced by societal attitudes and barriers.
sexual identity
How individuals define themselves based on their sexuality, including heterosexual, homosexual, and bisexual identities.
