How ordinary people became instruments of obedience to authority
In short: Explore the chilling results of Stanley Milgram's 1963 study, which tested how far individuals would go to follow orders. This documentary examines the psychological toll on participants and why the experiment remains a controversial landmark in behavioral science.
Conducted by psychologist Stanley Milgram in 1963, the experiment measured the willingness of participants to administer electric shocks to others under the direction of an authority figure. The study is noted for its 'fascinating horror,' as it revealed a disturbing capacity for human obedience.
The project sparked significant controversy due to the horrific experience endured by those involved. It serves as a primary case study in social psychology regarding the tension between individual conscience and external commands.
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