What is the principal lesson of the Stanford prison experiment?

A) Self-preservation is weakly related to social circumstances.
B) Self-concept is weakly related to social circumstances.
C) Self-concept is strongly related to social circumstances.
D) Self-preservation is strongly related to social circumstances.

Stanford Prison Experiment

A psychological study conducted in 1971 by Philip Zimbardo to investigate the psychological effects of perceived power, focusing on the struggle between prisoners and prison officers.

Self-concept

An individual's perception of themselves, encompassing beliefs, feelings, and attitudes about one's identity, abilities, and values, shaping behavior and interactions with others.

Self-preservation

The inherent or instinctual behavior to protect oneself from harm or danger, ensuring personal survival.