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Is It a Theater Piece or a Psychological Experiment? (Update)

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Power Dynamics and Psychological Experiments

This chapter explores the intersection of theater and psychology through performances like 'Sleep No More', which parallel behavioral experiments such as the Milgram and Stanford prison experiments. It highlights the profound impact of authority on individual behavior, revealing how situational pressures can lead to dehumanization and ethical dilemmas in research. The discussion raises critical questions about moral responsibility and the replicability of psychological findings in different contexts.

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