Socialization Flashcards
(8 cards)
Socialization
this is the process of developing and spreading norms, customs, and beliefs
norms
these are what determine the boundaries of acceptable behavior within society
agents of socialization i
nclude family, peers, school, religious affiliation, and other groups that promote socialization
stigma
is the extreme disapproval or dislike of a person or group based on perceived differences from the rest of society
deviance
refers to any violation of norms, rules, or expectations within a society
conformity
is changing beliefs or behaviors in order to fit into a group or society
compliance
this occurs when individuals change their behavior based on the request of others. Methods of gaining compliance include the foot-in-the-door technique, door-in-the-face technique, lowball technique, and that’s not all tenchique, among others
Obedience
this is a change in behavior based on a command from someone seen as an authority figure