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Taking Orders to Be Violent Might be Easier Than You Think

Two researchers at a Polish University recreated the Milgram Shock Experiment.

Publish Date: 12/13/19Topic: Body + BrainBody & BrainNova

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By Ahmin Thornhill

The Milgram Shock Experiment suggests that when an authority figure makes an order, even if seemingly violent, most people will carry it through.

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