Forensic Psychology - Week 2: Kohlberg’s 6 Stages of Moral Development
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According to Kohlberg's stages of moral development, which stage focuses on avoiding punishment and obeying authority figures?

  • Stage 3: Interpersonal Accord and Conformity
  • Stage 4: Authority and Maintaining Social Order
  • Stage 1: Obedience and Punishment Orientation (correct)
  • Stage 2: Self Interest

    • At which stage of moral development do individuals consider their own needs and interests while recognizing that others have different interests?

  • Stage 4: Authority and Maintaining Social Order
  • Stage 2: Self Interest (correct)
  • Stage 3: Interpersonal Accord and Conformity
  • Stage 1: Obedience and Punishment Orientation

    • Which stage of moral development emphasizes interpersonal relationships, empathy, and maintaining social order?

  • Stage 6: Universal Ethical Principles
  • Stage 5: Social Contract
  • Stage 3: Interpersonal Accord and Conformity (correct)
  • Stage 4: Authority and Maintaining Social Order

    • Which stage of moral development is characterized by individuals conforming to societal norms and seeking approval from others?

    <p>Stage 3: Interpersonal Accord and Conformity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which stage of moral development do individuals recognize the importance of social contracts and the need for a balance between individual rights and societal rules?

    <p>Stage 5: Social Contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of moral development involves a strong adherence to universal ethical principles and values, such as justice, equality, and respect for human dignity?

    <p>Stage 6: Universal Ethical Principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, what is the relationship between cognitive development and moral reasoning?

    <p>Cognitive development is closely linked to moral reasoning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Kohlberg use to assess individuals' moral reasoning and determine their stage of development?

    <p>Moral dilemmas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of Kohlberg's theory regarding the progression of moral development?

    <p>Individuals progress through the stages in a sequential manner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Kohlberg, what can influence moral development?

    <p>Both cultural and individual factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key feature of Kohlberg's theory of moral development?

    <p>Societal norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: The Heinz Dilemma is a moral dilemma often used in discussions of ethical development?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Lawrence Kohlberg is a psychologist known for his theory of moral development?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Heinz's wife is dying from a specific type of cancer in the scenario?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: The druggist who invented the drug is charging five times the cost of manufacturing it?

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Heinz breaks into the druggist's laboratory and steals the drug to save his wife's life?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Kohlberg's Stages of Moral Development

    • Stage 1: Obedience and Punishment: Focuses on avoiding punishment and obeying authority figures.
    • Stage 2: Individualism and Instrumentalism: Individuals consider their own needs and interests while recognizing that others have different interests.
    • Stage 3: Interpersonal Relationships and Conformity: Emphasizes interpersonal relationships, empathy, and maintaining social order.
    • Stage 4: Law and Order: Characterized by individuals conforming to societal norms and seeking approval from others.
    • Stage 5: Social Contract and Individual Rights: Recognizes the importance of social contracts and the need for a balance between individual rights and societal rules.
    • Stage 6: Universal Ethical Principles: Involves a strong adherence to universal ethical principles and values, such as justice, equality, and respect for human dignity.

    Relationship Between Cognitive Development and Moral Reasoning

    • Cognitive development and moral reasoning are closely linked, with moral reasoning advancing as cognitive abilities develop.

    Assessing Moral Reasoning

    • Kohlberg used the Moral Judgment Interview to assess individuals' moral reasoning and determine their stage of development.

    Key Features of Kohlberg's Theory

    • Progressive and Hierarchical: Moral development progresses through a series of stages, with each stage building on the previous one.
    • Influenced by Experiences and Environment: Moral development can be influenced by experiences and environment.

    The Heinz Dilemma

    • A moral dilemma often used in discussions of ethical development.
    • Scenario: Heinz's wife is dying from a specific type of cancer, and the druggist who invented the drug is charging five times the cost of manufacturing it.
    • Heinz's Decision: Heinz breaks into the druggist's laboratory and steals the drug to save his wife's life.

    Lawrence Kohlberg

    • A psychologist known for his theory of moral development.

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