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Stanford Prisoner Experiment
Philip Zimbardo’s Stanford prisoner experiment took place in the 1970s.
The psychiatrist took 24 undergraduates and assigned them roles as
either prisoners or guards, in a mock prison on campus. After just a few
days, 1/3 of the guards exhibited sadistic tendencies, two prisoners
had to be removed early due to emotional trauma, and the whole
experiment only lasted six of the planned 14 days. It showed just how
easily normal individuals can become abusive, in situations where it is
encouraged.
Source: Stanford University & i09
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