Date of Award
5-1-1992
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Sociology
Abstract
This study takes a grounded theory approach to female socialization into sport. It argue* that social learning theory provides an inadequate theoretical framework for understanding female socialization into sport due to its emphasis on external socializing agents. This focus encourages an oversocialized view of the individual that generally falls to recognize the central role of the self in the socialization process. Semi-structured interviews with college level athletes, semi-athletes and non-athletes illustrates the prominent role of the self throughout the life course in socialization and social behavior.
Recommended Citation
Tyler-Ayers, Kimberly Ann, "Bring the Self Back In: An Empirical Critique of the Oversocialized Conception of Women in Sport" (1992). Theses and Dissertations. 1097.
https://commons.und.edu/theses/1097
