Importance of the process of socialization

The importance of socialization in our life can hardly be exaggerated. The

following description makes it very clear.
1. Socialization converts man, the biological being into man, the social
being.
Man is not born social; He becomes social by virtue of the process of
socialization. Various instances like-that of Kaspar Hauser, Anna, the wolf
children of India and others have made it very clear that only through constant
training the newborn child becomes social in nature.
2. Socialization contributes to the development of personality.
Personality is a product of society. In the absence of groups or society, no man
can develop a personality of his own. But socialization is a process through
which the personality of the new born child is shaped and molded. Through the
process, the child learns an approved way of social life. At the same time, it
also provides enough scope for the individual to develop his individuality.
3. Helps to became disciplined.
Socialization is social .learning. Social learning is essentially the learning of
rules of social behavior. It is the values, ideals, aims and objectives of life and
the means of attaining them. Socialization disciplines an individual and helps
him to live according to the social expectations.
4. Helps to enact different roles.
Every individual has to enact different roles in his life. Every role is woven
around norms and is associated with different attitudes. The process of
socialization assists an individual not only to learn the norms associated with
roles but also to develop appropriate attitudes to enact those roles.
5. Provides the knowledge of skills.

Socialization is a way of training the newborn individual in certain skills, which

are required to lead a normal social life. These skills help the individual to play
economic, professional, educational, religious and political roles in his latter
life. In primitive societies for, example, imparting skills to the younger
generation in specific occupations was an important aspect of socialization.

6. Helps to develop right aspiration in life.

Every individual may have his own aspirations; ambitions and desires in life.
All these aspirations may not always be in consonance with the social interests.
Some of them even be opposed to the communal interests. But through the
process of socialization an individual learns to develop those aspirations.
Which are complementary to the interests of society. Socialization helps him to
direct or channelize his whole energy for the realization of those aspirations.
7. Contributes to the stability of the social order.
It is through the process of socialization that every new generation is trained
acceding to the Cultural goals, ideals, and expectations of a society. It assures
the cultural continuity of the society. At the same time, it provides enough
scope for variety and new achievements. Every new generation need not start
its social life a fresh. It can conveniently rely on the earlier generation and
follow in cultural traditions. In this regard, socialization contributes to the
stability of the social order.
8. Helps to reduce social distance.
Socialization reduces social distance arid brings people together if proper
attention is given to it. By giving proper training and guidance to the children
during their early years, it is possible to reduce the social distance between
people of different castes, races, regions, religions and professions.
9. Provides scope for building the bright future

Socialization is one of the powerful instruments of changing the destiny of

mankind. It is through the process of socialization that a society can produce a
generation of its expectations can be altered significantly. The improvement of
socialization offers one of the greatest possibilities for the future alteration of
human nature and human society- Kingsley Davis.
Personal Disorganization
Personal disorganization represents the behavior of the individual which
deviates from the social norms. It results in social disapproval which may
express itself in a wide variety of degree. The individual may also react in
different ways. Social reality presents an endless confusion of social
disapproval from time to time. It may be mild or violent. Accordingly individuals
respond either positively or negatively to social disapproval. The most visible
aspect of personal disorganization in complex societies is that in which there is
mild social disapproval to which the individual responds positively. This kind of
personal disorganization does not deeply disturb the social order.
The second aspect of social disorganization is that in which there is violent
social disapproval and yet the individual responds positively. In the third aspect
in which the individual's response to social disapproval is subjective the person
retreats into an individually defined inner world. His innovations lose their
social character. He becomes enmeshed in the development of mechanisms
which further isolate him from the normal influences of group life. This type of
personal disorganization results in psychosis through which the individual
tries to escape from the web of social relations and in suicide.
Causes of Disorganization
Depression and Disorganization

There are many medical conditions that can contribute to a disorganized

and chaotic life. The most common is depression. A depressed person is
usually apathetic, lethargic, disinterested, and this can lead to
disorganization. Other mental problems such as bipolar disorder,
dementia, and schizophrenia are all included under the mental umbrella
that can cause a chaotic life. Besides depression and mental disorders,
grief and pain can also lead to mounds of clutter.

Emotional Clutter and Disorganization

Another reason why people suffer from disorganization is because their

emotional and social lives are cluttered. The psychological feeling of being
overwhelmed can lead to a disorganized life. In these cases time
management and acknowledging priorities are two possible cures for
eliminating disorganization.

ADD and Disorganization

Attention deficit disorder plays a huge factor in a person's ability to get

organized. The book "ADD Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life" states
that people who have problems with organization and planning should be
checked for ADD disorder. Organization and planning are two of the
biggest challenges for those suffering from attention deficit disorder.
Unfortunately, standard organizing practices normally don't work for
those with ADD and specialized strategies must be developed so that a
person

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order.

One of the book's recommendations is that those who have problems

with clutter and disorganization should work with their mood. Working
against the mood when scheduling tasks can lead to self defeat and more
clutter.
Misconceptions

Most people attempt to solve disorganization by purchasing products and

tools, but the Institute of Living, located in Hartford, Conn., says this
may not work. According to the Institute of Living, disorganization is
commonly not a house problem that can be solved with buying bins,
organizers, hangers and other household accessories, but rather a
personal problem that can only be solved when the individual
fundamentally changes his behavior.

Prevention/Solution

According to the National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization, a

person who finds herself continuously surrounded by mess and chaos

should seek help and work with a professional organizer who is

knowledgeable about disorganization issues. A person who is able to get
organized can experience better mental and physical health. Organization
places a person in a more productive environment that is conducive to
enhancing his quality of life.