Jerry Burger

Jerry Burger is an American social psychologist best known for his research on obedience and social influence, particularly through his replication of Stanley Milgram's famous obedience experiments. Conducted in 2009, Burger's study aimed to investigate how people respond to authority figures, focusing on ethical considerations. He found that, similar to Milgram's results, many participants continued to follow instructions even when it conflicted with their personal morals. Burger's work sheds light on human behavior in social contexts and emphasizes the importance of understanding how authority can influence actions, even when it goes against individual beliefs.