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n. The psychological readjustment of a person to conform to the norms of society (e.g. after being institutionalized)
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Resocialization is defined as the process by which one’s sense of social values, beliefs, and norms are reengineered. This process is often deliberate, through an intense social process that may take place in a total institution. An important thing to note about socialization is that what can be learned, can be unlearned. This is the basis of resocialization, to unlearn and relearn
Resocialization can also be defined as a process wherein an individual, defined as inadequate according to the norms of a dominant institution, is subjected to a dynamic and or rejuvenating those values, attitudes and abilities which would allow him to function according to the norms of said dominant institutions.This definition is more relatable to a jail sentence. An individual expresses deviance to which society delivers the offender to a total institution where they can be rehabilitated.
Resocialization varies in its severity. A less drastic resocialization would be moving to a different country. One who does this may need to learn new social customs and norms such as; language, eating habits, dress, and talking habits. A more drastic example of resocialization is joining the military, and the most severe example would be if one suffers from a loss of all memories and therefore would have to relearn society’s norms over again.
The first stage of resocialization is the destruction of an individual’s former beliefs and confidence.
Usage examples of "resocialization".
Such an accessibility, in this case, is equivalent to a process of resocialization in which new ways of interpreting perceptual data are learned.
Now, after a long period of confinement, undergoing resocialization and personality restructuring, he has been allowed back into the City.
Overnight accommodations for visitors and consultants, physical therapy and exercise, mental and emotional fitness centers, training facilities that offer classes in a variety of career choices and skills geared toward resocialization are all available on the premises.