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Bandura conducted a study that revealed how observing aggressive models can reduce inhibitions and lead to more aggressive reactions. Children who witnessed aggression imitated the behavior, while those who saw non-aggressive models or no models displayed less aggression. This study contradicted behaviorism and emphasized the importance of cognitive processes in influencing behavior. Bandura's findings showed that observing aggressive models could lower inhibitions and increase aggressive reactions to frustration. Children who observed aggressive models mimicked their behavior while those exposed to non-aggressive models or no models rarely acted aggressively. This challenged behaviorism and highlighted the role of cognitive processes in shaping behavior.