SOC 001 Lecture Notes - Private Foundation, Thomas Theorem
Document Summary
Number of cartoons by topic demonstrates wide variety of: topics of socialization, agents of socialization. Socialization is critical for children to develop a sense of self. A sense of self is critical for learning. Synergy all three elements build upon each other over time. Satisfies primal human need for affection and comfort and reassurance. Groups we are in for their own sake (eg not for economic gain or religious, educational, etc) We will conform to any group norm (or try to look like we are conforming) To normal people, what sociologists call norms are reality. Relatively organized complex of attitudes, beliefs, values, and behaviors associated with an individual . Allows us to interact with others and function in the social world. We are not born with it; its development begins in infancy. Biology and society both contribute to the development of the self. The self, our ability to be aware of ourselves as individuals, may be distinctive to humans.
