Obedience Milgram idea flashcards

Who was Stanley Milgram?

A psychologist known for his experiments on obedience to authority.

What did Milgram's study demonstrate?

People would follow orders even against their morals, often causing harm.

Fill in the blank: The voltage in Milgram's experiment went up to _____ volts.

450 volts.

True or false: Milgram's participants were aware of the experiment's true purpose.

False, because they believed they were helping with a learning study.

Difference between obedience and conformity

Obedience is following commands; conformity is adjusting behaviors to fit group norms.

What is the 'agentic state'?

A psychological state where individuals see themselves as agents of someone else's will.

Quiz: What ethical issue is raised by Milgram's study?

Informed consent and psychological harm to participants.

What percentage of participants administered the highest shock?

About 65% of participants.

What role did the 'experimenter' play?

They provided instructions and urged participants to continue administering shocks.

True or false: Participants were happy to continue shocking others.

False, many showed signs of stress and discomfort.

What are 'situational factors'?

Environmental and social influences that affect behavior, such as proximity to authority.

Fill in the blank: Milgram's experiment took place at _____ University.

Yale University.

What was the main conclusion of Milgram's study?

People can commit harmful acts when instructed by an authority figure.

Comparison: Milgram vs. Zimbardo's Stanford prison experiment

Both studies show the impact of situational factors on behavior.

Why did Milgram use deception?

To maintain the integrity of the study and minimize bias from participants.

What is 'moral strain'?

The psychological conflict experienced when actions go against personal morals.