social cognitive model

The social cognitive model explains how people learn and change behaviors through a combination of personal factors, environmental influences, and their actions. It emphasizes that individuals influence and are influenced by their surroundings, and that learning occurs by observing others and experiencing outcomes. For example, someone might start exercising after seeing friends do it and experiencing health benefits themselves. This model highlights the dynamic interplay between thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and social context, helping us understand why people adopt certain behaviors and how they can be encouraged to change.