Untangling Morality: an In-Depth Look at Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development
Words: 609 2694In the quest to understand how human beings develop a sense of right and wrong, few theories have garnered as much attention and debate as Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development. Rooted in the psychology of moral growth, this theory presents an intriguing progression through different stages, each reflecting a unique perspective on morality and ethical reasoning. Kohlberg's theory was born out of an extension of Jean Piaget's work on cognitive development. However, while Piaget focused on the intellectual growth […]