Moral & Character Development
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Which famous psychologist criticized Lawrence Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development, arguing that Kohlberg's model is primarily based on a male justice-oriented perspective and neglects women's moral perspective of 'care and relationships'?
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Carol Gilligan strongly criticized her mentor Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development. She demonstrated that Kohlberg's research primarily included males, which made his theory centered on justice and rights, whereas morality in women is often rooted in interpersonal relationships, compassion, and a care perspective.
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