Review:
Gilligan's Theory Of Moral Development
overall review score: 4.2
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Gilligan's Theory of Moral Development is a psychological theory proposed by Carol Gilligan that focuses on the moral development of women, in contrast to the traditional male-centered theories of moral development.
Key Features
- Emphasizes care-based morality over justice-based morality
- Challenges Kohlberg's stages of moral development
- Focuses on relationships and empathy in moral decision-making
Pros
- Offers a new perspective on moral development
- Highlights the importance of empathy and relationships in ethical decision-making
Cons
- Critics argue it may oversimplify gender differences in morality
- Not as widely accepted or recognized as other theories of moral development