Social Cognitive Theory proposes that personality development is shaped by the interaction of environmental conditions, cognitive-personal factors, and behavior. Cognitive-personal factors include beliefs, expectations, values, and intentions. Behavior includes personal actions. Environmental factors encompass social, political, and cultural influences that contribute to learning experiences. According to Bandura's Social Cognitive Theory, personality develops through language ability, observational learning, purposeful behavior, and self-analysis, which are influenced by beliefs like locus of control, delay of gratification, and self-efficacy.

1. Social Cognitive Theory Cathryn Frey Tim Bowling Paul Johnson Nick Dougherty