Pub Talks: Stanford Prison Study

Participants will understand ethical concerns that impact modern psychological researchers.In the '70s, an ambitious social psychologist wanted to examine the impact of prison settings on human behavior. This simple musing led to birth of one of the most controversial psychology studies to date and launched the career of Dr. Philip Zimbardo. This talk discusses the Stanford Prison Study from inception to conclusion, some of the impacts it has had on the field of social psychology and those involved, and the importance of researchers keeping ethics at the forefront when researching human behavior. Cost is $20 (payable by Venmo or Cash day of)