Describe the key elements of the two types of socialization theories.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary. According to social learning theories, social interaction is important in learning appropriate and inappropriate behavior. These theories also propose that socialization relies on direct and indirect reinforcement. For example, children learn how to behave when they are scolded or praised for specific behaviors.According to symbolic interaction theories, the self emerges through social interaction with significant others. These theories also propose that socialization includes role taking and controlling the impression we give to others. For example, children who are praised are more likely to develop a strong self-image than those who are always criticized.
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Aulette reported all of the following as being true about siblings EXCEPT:
a. Only about 5% of the population have never had a sibling. b. The median number of siblings has declined significantly in the past century. c. People tend to seek physical help from brothers and emotional support from sisters. d. Older people in their fifties and sixties have more contact with their siblings than younger people in their twenties and thirties.
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a. primary sex characteristics. b. secondary sex characteristics. c. gender characteristics. d. reproductive characteristics.
What is the primary cause of undernourishment?
a. Poverty b. Conflict c. Lack of infrastructure d. Climate change