Experiments and Research - Social Learning Theory Flashcards
1
Q
What was the aim of Bandura’s Bobo Doll Study?
A
To show that expression of aggressive behaviour was learned
2
Q
What were the findings of the Bobo Doll Study?
A
Boys were more physically aggressive than girls, but they were equally verbally aggressive
Children in aggressive condition reproduced many physical and verbal acts
3
Q
What was the conclusion of the Bobo Doll Study?
A
Children acquire aggressive responses as a result of watching others
4
Q
What’s a criticism of the Bobo Doll Study?
A
Ethical issues
Demand characteristics
5
Q
What are the ethical issues with the Bobo Doll Study?
A
Making kids more aggressive, not protecting the participants from harm
6
Q
What are demand characterisitcs?
A
When the children would’ve been aware of what was expected of them
