| Re-socialization | Adult Socialization |
| (i) The process of unlearning old norms, roles and values, behavioural patterns and learning new patterns is called as re-socialization. | (i) Adult socialization is a life long process and indicates continuous process of learning. |
| (ii) A prison sentence or a total institution is a good example of resocialization. | (ii) One of the significant agents of adult socialization is the workplace. |
| (iii) Re-socialization involves a process of tearing down and re-building an individual’s role and socially constructed sense of self. | (iii) Socialization through workplace involves acquiring new skills knowledge and behaviour patterns suitable to the requirements of the job. |
| (iv) It re-socializes people into changed identities and role. | (iv) It helps in changing the notions of right and wrong. |
