Imitated Aggressive Behavior

Definition

Imitated aggressive behavior refers to the act of replicating or copying aggressive actions that are observed in others. It is the tendency of individuals, particularly children, to imitate and reproduce violent or hostile behaviors they witness.

Related terms

Observational Learning:

Observational learning is the process of acquiring new knowledge or skills by watching and imitating others' behaviors.

Vicarious Reinforcement: Vicarious reinforcement occurs when an individual observes someone else being rewarded or punished for their behavior and then adjusts their own behavior accordingly.

Social Learning Theory:

Social learning theory suggests that people learn through observation and imitation of others within social contexts.