Discover the profound insights within 'Social Cognitive Theory: An Agentic Perspective on Human Nature' by Dr. Albert Bandura, a landmark publication from 2023 that delves into the intricate dynamics of human behavior and agency. This comprehensive work explores the essentials of Social Cognitive Theory, emphasizing the ability of individuals to shape their own lives through the control they exert over their actions. Perfect for psychology students and professionals alike, this book presents a thorough introduction to Bandura's agentic perspective on human nature, showcasing how his influential research on moral behavior and moral disengagement offers valuable insights for personal development and societal improvement.

As you navigate through the chapters, you'll discover the far-reaching applications of Social Cognitive Theory, which extends to numerous fields such as education, health, and organizational psychology. Bandura's framework not only highlights the determinants of thought and action but also illustrates how these principles can be adapted to foster positive change in diverse contexts. This essential resource promotes a deeper understanding of the psychological mechanisms underpinning human individuality and group dynamics, making it a must-have for anyone interested in the betterment of the human condition.

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Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781394161454
Year: 2023
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)


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A comprehensive perspective on human nature by one of the undisputed masters of the psychological sciences 

The final book by psychology's most eminent modern figure, Dr. Albert Bandura, is the definitive concise presentation of his theoretical views. In Social Cognitive Theory: An Agentic Perspective on Human Nature, Bandura explains how his half-century of research and theory on the determinants of thought and action highlight people's capacity for agency: the ability to exert control over one's actions and the courses of one's development. He further explains how his basic theory and research have been applied, world-wide, for the betterment of the human condition

Readers will find:
A thorough introduction to the author™s agentic-perspective on human nature

Dr. Bandura's theoretical analyses of moral behavior and moral disengagement

Applications of the basic principles of Social Cognitive Theory to personal and social change for human betterment


An essential and groundbreaking resource for educational, health, and personality psychologists, Social Cognitive Theory: An Agentic Perspective on Human Nature will also prove indispensable to social and industrial/organizational psychologists.