Resocialization

Definition

Resocialization is the process by which individuals undergo a radical change in their beliefs, values, and behaviors, often as a result of being placed in a new environment or within different social norms. This phenomenon typically occurs in settings that are significantly different from the individual’s previous life experiences, such as rehabilitation centers, military boot camps, or joining religious communities.

Related terms

Socialization:

The lifelong process through which people learn the norms, values, and practices of their culture.

Total Institution:

A place where people are isolated from the rest of society for a set period and where all aspects of their lives are controlled and regulated.

Social Norms:

Unwritten rules that dictate the behavior expected of individuals within a society or group