The family is the primary agent of socialization, as it is the first social group that an individual interacts with and learns from.

Socialization is the process by which individuals learn and internalize the values, norms, and behaviors of their culture.

Self-concept, self-esteem, and social identity are all key components of identity formation.

Acculturation is the process by which individuals adopt the values, norms, and behaviors of a new culture.

Secondary socialization occurs when individuals learn the values, norms, and behaviors of a new group or culture.

Assimilation is the process by which individuals change their values, norms, and behaviors to conform to a new social group.

Anticipatory socialization occurs when individuals learn the values, norms, and behaviors that are expected of them in a particular role or status.

Resocialization is the process by which individuals are forced to change their values, norms, and behaviors to conform to a new social group.

Social identity theory, symbolic interactionism, and role theory all emphasize the role of social interaction in the development of self and identity.

According to social identity theory, individuals' self-concept is influenced by both their social identity and their personal identity.

National identity, ethnic identity, and religious identity are all types of social identity that are based on shared values, beliefs, and norms.

Social identification, group identification, and in-group identification are all terms that refer to the process by which individuals develop a sense of belonging to a particular group.

Occupational identity, gender identity, and generational identity are all types of social identity that are based on shared experiences.

Role socialization, occupational socialization, and gender socialization are all types of socialization that involve learning the values, norms, and behaviors that are associated with a particular social role.

Gender socialization is the type of socialization that occurs when individuals learn the values, norms, and behaviors that are associated with a particular gender.