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November 1961 PMID 13864605

Transmission of aggression through imitation of aggressive models.

A BANDURA, D ROSS, S A ROSS

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Several posts demonstrate ongoing interest and support for the article, like mentions of the 'Bobo doll study' as a foundational experiment and remarks on its influence in psychology. The tone is generally respectful and inquisitive, with words such as 'interesting' and 'significant,' indicating a recognition of the study's importance. However, there is limited evidence of in-depth debate or questioning of its implications, suggesting moderate engagement and impact overall.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of Bandura's research and its findings, with some explicitly referencing the experiment's significance.

InterestHigh interest

The majority of posts express curiosity and emphasize the relevance of the study to understanding behavior, especially in children.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include references to related concepts, historical context, and implications, indicating moderate deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants seem to recognize the study's role in shaping psychological understanding, but few discussions suggest it radically alters perspectives or practices.

Abstract in brief

  • The text explains how individuals, especially children, can learn to be aggressive by copying behaviors they observe in others, especially those they see as models or authority figures.
  • It suggests that exposure to aggressive models increases the likelihood of imitating aggressive behaviors, which can be transmitted across different contexts and situations.
  • The theory emphasizes the importance of environmental influences and observational learning in the development and spread of aggressive behavior.]
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Aidan Wright
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Coming in at #3... "Transmission of aggression through imitation of aggressive models. (1961)" - You know this as the bobo doll study. 7/

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@mobiusverde Albert Bandura's Bobo Doll Experiment https://t.co/ggfMrwZh5z APA source (via G.Scholar): Bandura, A., Ross, D., & Ross, S. A. (1961). Transmission of aggression through imitation of aggressive models. The Journal of Abnormal and Social Psychology, 63(3), 575.

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In class, I studied an empirical article over the course of the semester titled "Transmission of Aggression Through Imitation of Aggressive Models" by Albert Bandura, Dorothea Ross, and Sheila Ross. In this thread, I'll cover the key findings on how children might learn behavior. https://t.co/1Gys1TIR93

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