The Nightmare in Mouse Utopia: A Detailed Report on John B. Calhoun's Universe 25 Experiment

John B. Calhoun's Universe 25 experiment remains a compelling and disturbing study on the effects of overpopulation on social behavior. While its direct applicability to human societies is debated, it undeniably highlights the importance of social structure, individual purpose, and the potential for social breakdown when populations become excessively dense, even in the presence of abundant resources. The "nightmare in mouse utopia" serves as a stark reminder that the well-being of a society depends on more than just meeting basic physical needs; it also requires a healthy and functional social fabric.