Do you think the Stanford Prison Experiment was ethical? Why or why not?
After reading about the experiment and watching the interview with Dr. Zimbardo I believe the study was ethical, but barely. According to the doctor these students were paid and everyone was informed of the potential seriousness of the study. I think some people may consider the study unethical because of its unintended outcome. I don't think anyone expected a rebellion of the prisoners and their reaction of the guards because of this. I think it was right for the study to end after the third day, any longer and I would consider this experiment unethical.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
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