Psychologist Philip G. Zimbardo, known for the Stanford Prison Experiment, passed away at 91.
Philip G. Zimbardo, the Stanford psychologist famous for the controversial 1971 Stanford Prison Experiment, passed away on October 14 at age 91. The experiment, designed to study the psychological effects of imprisonment, ended after six days due to severe psychological abuse by "guards" and distress among "prisoners." Zimbardo's work continues to inform discussions on ethics in psychology and covers topics like persuasion and altruism. He is survived by his wife and three children.
October 18, 2024
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