Understanding Morality and Its Theories

The set of standards that allow people to live together in groups and societies define as 'right' and 'acceptable'.

Acting against accepted standards of morality, knowingly choosing wrong despite knowing the difference between right and wrong.

Situations where morality isn't a concern.

Knowing right from wrong but unconcerned with moral principles.

Moral development happens when individuals prioritize societal values over individual desires.

Moral development progresses along with cognitive development and understanding.

Morality varies across different cultures and is shaped by factors like geography, religion and life experiences.

The process of forming moral judgments and understanding right and wrong.

Children initially adopt moral behaviors for their own benefit, later developing more abstract moral reasoning based on societal principles.

Rewards and punishments shape moral behaviors; positive attention encourages repetition of actions.

A series of stages proposes that moral reasoning can be identified through specific dilemmas.

Gilligan argued that Kohlberg's theory centered around men, neglecting care-oriented moral reasoning more prevalent in women.

Most moral theories show external factors like parents and society impact a child's moral development, but morals also evolve over time.

Most morals evolve over time and culture, changing ideas about what is acceptable and unacceptable.

Moral ideas change with time and culture. Behaviors considered immoral may become acceptable over time.

Views on contraception vary. In some cultures, it's considered immoral or moral, depending on factors like population control or risks of STIs

Seven moral principles that appear to be common across many cultures and societies, suggesting they may be fundamental to human social interaction.

Specific actions or behaviors often taught to children as being morally good or bad, such as being polite or not stealing.

Actions that align with a community's standards of what is considered right and acceptable conduct.

The potential difference between an individual's personal beliefs about what is right and wrong versus the accepted standards of behavior within their community.

The complex relationship between legal rules and moral principles, with some arguing they are independent and others believing they should be interconnected.

The view that laws should be consistent with moral norms, reflecting the idea that regulations should promote what is considered ethically right.

Essential principles that underpin both laws and morals, emphasizing individual freedom within a framework of mutual respect.