PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

SOCIAL THEORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not influential in determining whether a behaviour that is observed will be imitated?
A
the model is identified with
B
the model’s behaviour is punished
C
the model’s behaviour is reinforced
D
the modelled behaviour is socially acceptable
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Observational learning is a major component of Bandura’s social learning theory. He also emphasized that four conditions were necessary in any form of observing and modeling behavior: attention, retention, reproduction, and motivation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Thus from the above-mentioned points, it is clear that the experiential process is not included in the Social Cognitive Theory (observational learning) of Bandura. It focuses on external observable behaviour. This theory emphasizes that the environment is the prime factor in shaping an individual’s behaviour.

Detailed explanation-3: -Albert Bandura’s theory of Reciprocal Determinism posits that how humans act is influenced by three factors: environment, individual characteristics, and behavior. In addition, all three factors are influenced by each other, known as triadic reciprocal causation.

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