Social Learning Theory – Albert Bandura

Bandura's theory holds that behavior occurs as a result of the interplay between cognitive and environmental factors; Albert Bandura (1977) states behavior is learned from the environment through the process of observational learning

process in which people learn by observing others, intentionally or accidentally; In groups, members learn from one another.

Bandura expanded the overall definition of behaviorism.

He suggested that while it was true a person's environment was responsible for his/her behavior, people also had a strong influence over the nature of their environment.

states we have the ability to control our behavior through a series of three main steps: Self-observation: Self-judgment: Self-response:

part of Bandura's theory of self-regulation; Rewarding ourselves each time we meet or surpass our standard, and punishing ourselves any time we don't

part of Bandura's theory of self-regulation; Comparing ourselves with a standard either self-imposed or set by society, and then creating a goal for ourselves based on that standard • For example, vowing to exercise three days per week

part of Bandura's theory of self-regulation; Paying close attention to a specific behavior, how frequently it occurs, under what circumstances, etc.

Over time, our cumulative successes and/or failures lead us to develop what is known as THIS;

Bandura's problem that arises from too much self-punishment; A person may develop a superiority complex

Bandura's problem that arises from too much self-punishment; A person may become depressed, apathetic and bored

Bandura's problem that arises from too much self-punishment; A person may seek to escape his/her problems through television, drinking, drugs or suicide

is based on the idea that a person suffering from a psychological disorder can correct his/her problems by observing someone else dealing with similar issues.