Elite Socialisation and Its Consequences

Core Thread. Evidence-Based Analysis. 1. Elite Socialisation This is the big

umbrella term. Sociologists use elite socialisation to describe how children growing

up in wealthy, exclusive environments acquire a worldview that is narrow, prestige-oriented,

and often disconnected from ordinary life. It’s studied in political sociology, anthropology,

and education research. Key ingredients: Isolation from everyday struggle. Reinforced sense

of entitlement and destiny. Networks that reward conformity to elite norms.

Overconfidence in their own judgement (even when poorly informed.) You know… the usual

aristocratic starter pack. 2. Homophily & Echo-Chamber Socialisation.