Freud & Felons

The Milgram Experiment and what went wrong with the Germans.


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Will you do something unethical if you were ordered to do so? Most people say NO but research tells another story.

In this episode, we explore the Milgram experiment, a pivotal study on obedience to authority conducted by Stanley Milgram in the 1960s. The discussion delves into the psychological mechanisms that drive individuals to obey authority figures, even when it leads to harmful actions. We emphasizes the importance of understanding these dynamics to resist undue influence and highlights the complexities surrounding free will and moral responsibility in the context of obedience.

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Freud & FelonsBy Yalda Safai MD