Social Cognitive Learning Theory Paper

There are so many theories that have come about over the years that try to explain why we have a certain personality. Many of these theories were based on the environment at the time and observations. Thinking about those other theories made me realize that many things we do are based on observation and the theory that I feel best suits my personality is the Social-Cognitive Learning Theory that was introduced by Albert Bandura. According to Bandura, the set of cognitive processes by which a person perceives, evaluates, and regulates his or her own behavior so that it is appropriate to the environment and effective in achieving goals (Friedman & Schustack, 2012, pg.236). This theory focuses on the way people learn by observing others and

In this case, my father and my other male relatives along with my mentors from the military were the models I was observing. It was a continuous and gradual process that didn’t take place instantly; it was an internal process that I may not have realized at an early stage of learning but grew to realize that by observing others I could make myself a better person. In my life from the time of birth to the point of retirement as a soldier, my behavior has been affected by my environment of interaction, my beliefs, ideas and cognitive competencies that have been supported by the external factors that included supportive parents and family, my military environment and the professionals dedicated to excellence around me. These cognitive processes have aided in shaping my behavior my personality. After all the social-cognitive theory has been used and applied in many diverse functioning areas of human development and career choices such as physical and mental health, law enforcement and organizational behavior (Friedman & Schustack, 2012). I feel that the military is very closely related to that of law

It has its strengths and weaknesses just like most other theories do. We are all individuals that have individuals’ personalities that can be explained in any number of ways. I just so happen to like the explanation of the Social-Cognitive Learning Theory. With my background of connecting to my male role models and the experiences that I have had in the military, it seems like the theory that I connect with the best. This is evident in how much of an effect my social environment has had on me. I think we can all connect in some way with any of the theories that we have discussed thus far because there is some truth in all of