Selects: The Three Christs of Ypsilanti ExperimentThe episode delves into the controversial Three Christs of Ypsilanti experiment led by psychologist Milton Rokeach in the 1960s, where three patients, each believing they were Christ, were placed together to study their interactions. The hosts discuss the ethical ramifications, the manipulation of vulnerable individuals, and the psychological implications stemming from challenging one's identity. The narrative highlights the profound impact on the patients, their delusions, and the misguided intentions of the experimenter, raising critical questions about ethics in psychological research and the treatment of mentally ill individuals.
- This experiment, while controversial, remains a significant study that challenges how we think about belief systems and mental health.
- The narrative around the experiment highlights the importance of ethics in psychological research, prompting ongoing conversations about patient rights and the responsibilities of researchers.
# Three Christs ExperimentA controversial psychological study conducted in Ypsilanti, Michigan, where three patients, each believing they were Christ, were placed together to examine the effects of confronting similar delusions.
