Why was the bystander effect experiment unethical?
The bystander effect experiment, a seminal study conducted in the 1960s, has been widely criticized for its unethical nature. The experiment, designed to explore the phenomenon where individuals are less likely to offer help in an emergency situation when others are present, has sparked a heated debate about the ethical implications of using real-life emergencies as research subjects. This article delves into the reasons why the bystander effect experiment was deemed unethical and examines the ongoing discussion surrounding its impact on research ethics.
