Posted by pullmarine on November 1, 2000, at 14:18:53
In reply to Re: Hypothesis based milgram studies, posted by shar on November 1, 2000, at 1:09:28
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> I would think the "quitters" would feel guilt or shame as a transient thing, because ultimately they refused to harm someone (a good thing). While that could create cognitive dissonance (which they would ultimately resolve), I would expect them to be in better shape long term, than those who believed they were shocking someone while hearing them scream in agony.
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I would take the opposite point of view. In my opinion, the quitters were probably less able to rationalize or deny their actions, which to me seem essential in coping with certain aspects of one's personality and actions. And I would venture to propose that they probably has a higher propensity for depression and mental distress.
john
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