The Calhoun Effect: The Experiment That Predicted Society's Collapse
What happens when a society has everything it needs—but still falls apart?
In 1968, scientist John Calhoun created Universe 25, a "perfect world" for mice with unlimited food, clean water, no predators, and ideal living conditions. At first, the colony thrived. But as the population grew, something unexpected happened. Social bonds collapsed, reproduction stopped, and the entire colony eventually died out.
In this video, we'll explore the Calhoun Effect, one of the most famous behavioral experiments ever conducted, and why it continues to spark debate about modern society more than fifty…
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