Observational learning involves a living, verbal and symbolic model, which is influenced by the appropriate environment. An individual acting or demonstrating a behavior is called a living model. For example, Desalvo acted at school from a young age, calling him a living role model. The verbal model involves the description and explanation of behavior. According to Aker's social learning theory (1966), “people learn deviant behavior by observing and learning about social factors in their daily lives” (p. 146). Desalvo's explanation for why he committed his first crime by stealing money is explained through a learning experience from his father. The symbolic model involves fictional or non-fictional characters displaying behavior through films, books, online media, and television programs. Based on Desalvo's father's attitude, we can assume that he and Desalvo would watch inappropriate television programs, which could contribute to the father's behavior.’