Cultural influences impact personality development from "summary" of Personality Development In Adolescence by Eva Skoe,Anna von der Lippe
Cultural influences play a significant role in shaping an individual's personality development. Adolescents are particularly susceptible to the impact of cultural norms, values, and practices as they strive to form their identity and navigate the complexities of their social environment. Cultural influences can shape not only how adolescents perceive themselves but also how they interact with others and interpret the world around them. One key way in which cultural influences impact personality development is through socialization processes within the family. Families often serve as the primary agents of socialization, transmitting cultural values, beliefs, and behaviors to adolescents. For example, cultural expectations regarding gender roles, family dynamics, and communication styles can all influence how adolescents develop their sense of self and relate to others. Adolescents may internalize these cultural norms and incorporate them into their own identity formation. In addition to the family, cultural in...
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