Overview of the Stanford Prison Experiment

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Aim of the Stanford Prison Experiment

To investigate how individuals conform to the roles of guard and prisoner in a simulated prison.

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Sample used in the study

24 emotionally stable male volunteers randomly assigned to guard or prisoner roles.

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Setup of the prison simulation

In Stanford's basement, guards wore uniforms and had authority; prisoners were arrested, dehumanised, and controlled.

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Main findings of the study

Guards became aggressive and abusive; prisoners became passive and distressed; study ended after 6 days.

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Psychological concepts demonstrated by the study

Situational factors influence behaviour strongly, leading to deindividuation and loss of personal identity.