Gilligan's Ethics of Care perspective

Definition

Gilligan's Ethics of Care perspective is a moral theory developed by psychologist Carol Gilligan that emphasizes the importance of relationships, empathy, and compassion in ethical decision-making. It suggests that individuals prioritize caring for others and maintaining connections over abstract principles or rules.

Related terms

Empathy:

The ability to understand and share the feelings of others.

Moral Development:

The process through which individuals develop their understanding of right and wrong.

Kohlberg's Stages of Moral Development: A theory proposed by Lawrence Kohlberg that outlines different levels and stages individuals go through in their moral reasoning.