In short, we do what they do. This theory is also known as social cognitive theory. Social learning theory, developed by psychologist Albert Bandura, uses theories of classical and operant ...

Fiske, S.T., A.J.C. Cuddy, and P. Glick. "Universal Dimensions of Social Cognition: Warmth, then Competence." Trends in Cognitive Sciences 11, no. 2 (February 2007 ...