Overview
The Stanford Prison Experiment, conducted by Philip Zimbardo in 1971, aimed to explore the psychological effects of perceived power by simulating a prison environment. Participants were assigned roles as guards or prisoners, leading to unexpected and extreme behaviors. The study revealed how quickly...
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Example: Social psychology helps explain why people conform to group norms.
Example: In the experiment, guards were given authority over prisoners.
Example: Participants role-played as guards or prisoners in the experiment.
Example: Informed consent was not adequately obtained in the Stanford Prison Experiment.
Example: Some participants experienced psychological harm during the experiment.
Example: Ethics in research ensures the safety and well-being of participants.