Allan, Jacqueline
Aggression: A Social Learning Analysis (The Macat Library)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781912128518
- author:
- Allan, Jacqueline
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Macat Library
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 100
- Dimensions:
- 19.81 x 12.9 x 0.53 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Albert Bandura's Aggression: A Social Learning Analysis is a seminal work in the field of psychology. First published in 1973, this influential study revolutionized our understanding of human learning and behavior. Bandura's central argument is that much of what we learn is shaped by our social environment, as we imitate the behaviors of those around us. The book describes Bandura's groundbreaking experiments, which involved exposing children to aggressive behavior in a controlled play environment. By carefully evaluating their responses and learned behaviors, Bandura was able to uncover the underlying functions of aggression and its relationships with other aspects of behavior. This pioneering research has had a lasting impact on psychology, shaping our understanding of how we learn and behave. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in psychology, education, or social sciences. It provides a detailed analysis of Bandura's theories and experiments, offering valuable insights into the complex dynamics of human behavior.