Socialization Across the Life Course
Growing Up in Society
The life course
The life course is the idea that people pass through stages of life shaped by social expectations and institutions. Age, schooling, work, family, and retirement all influence identity.
Resocialization
Resocialization happens when people learn new norms and behaviors, often in a new institution such as the military, prison, or a religious community.
Stages and influences
| Stage | Common social influences |
|---|---|
| Childhood | Family, school, language learning |
| Adolescence | Peers, identity, media |
| Adulthood | Work, marriage, parenting |
| Later life | Retirement, health, community |