The role of institutions in the production of subjectivity

Social and cultural institutions, such as the family, school, the media, and the State, play a fundamental and omnipresent role in the processes of subjectivation.

These institutions are not merely neutral contexts, but actively promote certain values, norms, discourses, and practices that profoundly influence how people perceive themselves, others, and the world.

The Family as a Primary Agent of Socialization

The family is, generally, the first and one of the most influential institutions in the formation of subjectivity.

Through early interactions, care, discipline, and the transmission of values and beliefs, the family lays the foundations for an individual's identity, self-concept, and relational patterns.

School and the Formation of Citizenship

The school, as a formal institution of education, not only transmits academic knowledge, but also instills social norms, values, and : civic and expectations about appropriate behavior.

Through the curriculum (both explicit and hidden) and interactions with teachers and peers, children and young people learn to internalize roles, manage authority, and develop social skills that shape their subjectivity.

The Media and the Construction of Realities

The media (television, cinema, internet, social networks, etc.) are powerful agents in the production of contemporary subjectivity.

They disseminate representations, narratives, and identity models that influence our aspirations, our fears, our conceptions of success, beauty, relationships, and many other aspects of life.

They contribute to shaping public opinion and establishing what is considered "normal" or "desirable."

The State and Power Structures

The State, through its laws, public policies, institutions (such as the ju