History

Albert Bandura expanded Social Learning Theory into Social Cognitive Theory by introducing self-efficacy. our belief in our ability to succeed as a key driver of motivation, behavior, and performance across education, health, and beyond.

Bandura’s Bobo Doll experiment raised early alarms about media violence, showing how children could imitate aggression just by watching. Discover how this sparked decades of research into the complex link between violent media and real-world behavior.

Albert Bandura’s Social Learning Theory transformed psychology by showing that people, especially children, learn new behaviors simply by observing others—laying the foundation for modern views on role models, education, parenting, and media influence.

Bandura’s Bobo Doll Experiment revealed that children can imitate violent behavior simply by observing it, without direct reinforcement, forever changing how psychologists understand learning and the influence of role models.

Discover how Albert Bandura’s groundbreaking Bobo Doll Experiment revolutionized learning theory by proving that children can acquire behaviors simply by observing others—reshaping psychology, education, and media studies.

Explore the enduring influence of Sigmund Freud across psychology, culture, and media. From foundational theories like the id, ego, and unconscious mind to modern analyses of characters and Freud himself

Explore global psychology (international psychology): its definition, historical roots, key areas like cross-cultural research and mental health, challenges, and future directions in understanding human behaviour worldwide.

Explore the rise and fall of neurasthenia, a 19th-century diagnosis of 'nervous exhaustion.' Learn how it shaped modern views on anxiety, fatigue, and mental health.

Sigmund Freud’s obsession with collecting antiquities reveals deeper insights into his psyche, unconscious drives, and the origins of modern-day FOMO. Explore the psychological, historical, and symbolic meaning behind Freud’s personal museum.

Could the infamous Little Albert experiment pass today's ethical standards? Explore how modern ethics reshape psychological research, balancing scientific discovery and human dignity.

Explore the life, achievements, and enduring legacy of Wilhelm Wundt, the father of experimental psychology, in our comprehensive guide.

Discover the latest breakthroughs in psychological research, from personalized brain stimulation for depression to the mental health benefits of psilocybin and innovative online therapies. Explore how these studies are shaping the future of mental health care and psychological science.