Socialization Chapter 4 continued…

Socialization for Adulthood As you become an adult, new roles develop in … __________________ – discard old behaviour & change to new behaviour ___________________– allows people to learn & practice role behaviour before they take on the new role Major questions in terms of socialization: How do individuals form an identity? How do individuals choose an occupation?

Identity & Self-Esteem Who are you? What is Self-Esteem? How are these questions related to Symbolic Interactionism

Identity & Self-Esteem Self according to Erikson: Self according to Freud: mature ego that is able to modify one’s ideas & action to fit into the real world in culturally appropriate ways Self according to Daniel Levinson: Self-Esteem – not only a sense of “who you are” but also a sense of “who you will be”

Decision Making Process Define problem & your expectations for a solution Identify the alternatives available Evaluate the alternatives Choose the most effective alternative Act on the decision Evaluate the decision Handout

Socialization within the Family The family is … . the primary role for your identity development where people support you in completing challenging activities where you acquire much of your personality where you develop your race, religion & ethnicity where you get instant feedback on your decisions – praise, discipline

The Role of School in Socialization School is where you … Develop competence – ability to accomplish things that are worthwhile . Achieve your first step of independence Get feedback from teachers & peers As a adolescent can choose your peers

Preparing for an Occupation Some people live to work, others work to live . An American study suggest that 88% of women & 91% of men identify their work as a major part of their identity Satisfaction in the workplace is linked to better health, lower stress levels, & the ability to balance home & work Choosing an occupation is relatively new –

Families provide Schools provide Society provides

Research Study – The Seasons of Life Read Page 105 Review Daniel Levinsons’s Research Study Case Study – Ian Enters the Adult World Read Page 120 Questions 1 to 3