Process Of Socialization

Explain the characteristics, types of social groups. Primary and Secondary social group. Reference group.

This document provides an overview of culture and its influence on health and disease from a sociological perspective. It defines culture as the complex whole that includes all aspects of a group's way of life that are learned and shared. Key points made include: - Culture includes modes of behavior, beliefs, customs, traditions, and other activities. - Culture is a social rather than individual phenomenon and is essential to understanding society. - Culture varies between groups but also demonstrates uniformity through shared themes. - Culture evolves over time as new traits are invented or adopted from other cultures. - Cultural practices and beliefs can influence health by impacting diet, habits, occupations, and other lifestyle factors.

This document discusses social disorganization, including its definition, characteristics, forms, causes, and ways to remove it. Social disorganization occurs when members of a society no longer adhere to its norms and values, resulting in conflict and instability. It can take personal, family, community, or international forms. Causes include cultural lag, conflicting attitudes, social crises, and psychological and cultural factors. Ways to reduce social disorganization involve developing new social roles and values, reforming education, minimizing conflicts, and addressing issues like poverty, employment, and economic disparities.

This document discusses social organization and social systems. It defines social organization as a set of differentiated activities serving a common purpose. Some key elements of social organization include goals, roles, norms, and sanctions. There are different types of social organization such as political, economic, and religious organizations. A social system is defined as a network of interactive relationships. It consists of elements like beliefs, norms, roles, status, and power. Social systems can be classified based on factors like evolution, means of livelihood, type of solidarity, and culture. Mechanisms like socialization and social control help maintain equilibrium and integration within a social system. Institutions must also be properly interrelated for a social structure to be maintained.

The document discusses the process of socialization from birth to death. It defines socialization as learning social norms and behaviors by imitating others. Socialization occurs through primary and secondary stages. Primary socialization begins at birth and includes oral, anal, and Oedipal stages in early childhood. Secondary socialization includes anticipatory socialization where individuals mimic future roles, re-socialization to new norms, and reverse socialization where youth teach elders. Freud's theory of the id, ego and super-ego explains how socialization develops. Key agencies of socialization are family, school, peers, and mass media.

The document discusses social groups and their characteristics. It defines social groups as collections of individuals who interact and influence each other. It distinguishes between primary and secondary groups. Primary groups are small, intimate, and based on personal relationships, like families. Secondary groups are larger, more impersonal groups based on common goals or interests, like workplaces. The document also outlines the functions of social groups in making decisions, assigning roles, and controlling member behavior. It explores the importance of both primary and secondary groups for socialization, support, and opportunity.

Social changes occur in all aspects of society, including social structures, roles, relationships, and norms. Changes can be slow or rapid. Social change refers to modifications in these social aspects. It is caused by various internal and external forces and factors like education, industrialization, urbanization, legislation, and modernization. Some key factors that affect social change in India include geographical conditions, technological advancements, cultural shifts, ideological changes, and the push for westernization and development. Social change is a continuous, universal process that impacts social institutions, behaviors, and the overall functioning of society over time.

Culture is a complex concept that includes knowledge, beliefs, arts, morals, customs, and habits acquired by people in society. It is learned rather than inherited, and transmitted between generations through socialization. A culture consists of both material aspects like housing and diet as well as non-material aspects like values and beliefs. Cultures are diverse due to geographical and other factors but also share some uniformity. Socialization is how culture is learned and shapes people's behaviors, roles, and personality to fit within a society. Modern societies are increasingly transcultural as elements of different cultures interact and influence each other.

The Social Organisation PowerPoint presentation provides an overview of the different ways in which people come together to form groups and organisations in society. The presentation covers various types of social organisations, including formal and informal groups, as well as community-based and institutional organisations. The presentation starts by defining social organisations and their importance in society. It then goes on to explore the different types of social organisations, highlighting their characteristics, structures, and functions. This includes exploring the roles and responsibilities of different members within social organisations, such as leaders, members, and volunteers. The presentation also covers the benefits of social organisations, including social cohesion, support networks, and the ability to drive change within society. Additionally, it highlights some of the challenges that social organisations face, such as funding, communication, and sustainability. Throughout the presentation, examples of different social organisations are provided, including non-profits, charities, community groups, and political organisations. The presentation concludes with a call to action, encouraging individuals to get involved in social organisations and make a positive impact in their communities. Overall, the Social Organisation PowerPoint presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the importance, types, and benefits of social organisations in society, and serves as a useful resource for anyone interested in learning more about social organisations and their impact.