social programming

"Social programming" involves the ways in which society influences individuals' thoughts, values, and behaviors to conform to its norms.

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Definition

(academic)The process by which individuals are conditioned to conform to societal norms and values.

Through social programming, children learn what behaviors are considered acceptable in their culture.

(technical)The use of media and educational systems to shape public attitudes and behaviors.

Advertisements are a form of social programming that influence consumer behavior.

(technical)The implementation of policies and practices to guide and control social behavior within a community.

Government regulations on smoking in public places are a type of social programming.

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