Socialization Process and Theories

Socialization

Definition

Socialization is a process of interaction where an individual adapts their behavior to meet the expectations of their social group. This adaptation is influenced by cultural models and forms the basis of personal development. Socialization occurs throughout life, from infancy to old age (primary and secondary socialization), and also affects individuals transitioning between cultures, social statuses, or occupations.

Primary Socialization

During childhood, an individual integrates

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Neobehaviorism: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Evolution

Neobehaviorist Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Developed by theorists with behavioral training, conceptualizing thoughts concretely.

Tolman: Motivation-Focused Model

Emphasized motivation and its relationship with learning. Pressure or need leads to measurable behaviors. Tolman, a mathematician studying psychology and philosophy, integrated theories. His Law involved Trial and Error (Thorndike). His Contribution was creating a systematic learning theory incorporating cognitive factors. He proposed that

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Understanding Psychopathy and Personality Disorders in Criminal Law

Liability for the TP

Liability for the Treatment Plan (TP) is complex and must be individualized. Conviction is often inappropriate for psychopaths, as they are not intimidated by typical deterrents like prison, often thriving among similar individuals, thus increasing their future criminal potential and indiscipline. They are irresponsible and pose a greater danger, openly intending to re-offend. Criminal attribution in psychopaths should only be diminished in exceptional cases where there’s a demonstrable

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Neuroscience, Leadership, and Motivation in Industrial Psychology

Neurons: The Nervous System’s Building Blocks

The neuron is the basic unit of the nervous system, transmitting information through synapses. Neurons are classified as:

  • Monopolar: Single input/output pathway (spinal cord).
  • Bipolar: Two-way input-output pathway.
  • Multipolar: Multiple input/output pathways.

A synapse is the connection between neurons where information is transmitted. An action potential is an electrical impulse traveling along the cell membrane.

The Nervous and Endocrine Systems

The nervous

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Cognitive Paradigm: Historical Background and Clinical Aspects

Abstract Cognitive Classic Moment

Historical Background

1. The closest antecedent is time behavior. As this was not enough, the need to expand the paradigm arose. This change was characterized by the importance given to mediational variables, essential prerequisites for explaining and modifying human behavior. Several authors (Bandura, Lazarus, among others) extended their models to integrate the cognitive aspect into understanding and evaluating human behavior.

2. Questioning Psychoanalysis. Those

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Understanding Family Systems: Structure, Communication, and Crisis Management

Family System: Core Concepts

  • Total: Members form a whole.
  • Not Join: Each member has unique characteristics.
  • Circular: A change in one member affects all others.
  • Homeostasis: The family maintains interaction patterns.
  • Equifinality: Forces drive growth and development.

Analysis of Family System Elements

Internal Structure

  • Systems and subsystems
  • Boundaries between subsystems (fuzzy, defined, rigid)

System Interaction

  • Sequences of interaction
  • Systemic rules (recognized, implicit, secret, meta)

Communication Patterns

  • Types:
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