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Emilie Caspar; (Video) Exploring Obedience to Authority &The Ethics of Studying Atrocities

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obedience, authority, genocide, psychology, neuroscience, ethical research, social dynamics, moral dilemmas, justice, trauma

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In this conversation, David Jones and Naomi Murphy speak with Emilie Caspar, a social and cognitive neuroscientist, about her research on obedience to authority, particularly in the context of genocide. They discuss the ethical challenges of studying such sensitive topics, the psychological profiles of perpetrators, and the decision-making processes involved in committing atrocities. Emily shares insights from her studies in various countries affected by genocide, highlighting the importance of understanding the social dynamics that lead to obedience and the potential for resilience and resistance among individuals. The conversation also touches on the emotional toll of researching these topics and the significance of role models in shaping moral decisions. Anyone who has come across the work of Stanley Milgram with find this fascinating.

Just Following Orders: Atrocities and the Brain Science of Obedience

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Just-Following-Orders-Atrocities-Obedience/dp/1009385437

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obedience, authority, genocide, psychology, neuroscience, ethical research, social dynamics, moral dilemmas, justice, trauma

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In this conversation, David Jones and Naomi Murphy speak with Emilie Caspar, a social and cognitive neuroscientist, about her research on obedience to authority, particularly in the context of genocide. They discuss the ethical challenges of studying such sensitive topics, the psychological profiles of perpetrators, and the decision-making processes involved in committing atrocities. Emily shares insights from her studies in various countries affected by genocide, highlighting the importance of understanding the social dynamics that lead to obedience and the potential for resilience and resistance among individuals. The conversation also touches on the emotional toll of researching these topics and the significance of role models in shaping moral decisions. Anyone who has come across the work of Stanley Milgram with find this fascinating.

Just Following Orders: Atrocities and the Brain Science of Obedience

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Just-Following-Orders-Atrocities-Obedience/dp/1009385437

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