Moral Flashcards
What is Kohlberg’s first level of moral development?
Preconventional
Which stage is characterized by the idea that an act is moral if it satisfies one’s needs?
Instrumental orientation
In which stage do most adolescents develop?
Conventional
What is the main focus of Stage 3: Good person orientation?
Approval and pleasing
At what stage does the individual prioritize social order and laws?
Social system and conscience
What is the highest level of Kohlberg’s theory?
Postconventional
Stage 6, Universal ethical principles, is based on:
Personal conscience and universal principles
At what year does Stage 2 (Instrumental orientation) start to develop?
7-8 years
Which level is dominant for most adults?
Conventional
Which theorist is associated with the theory of moral reasoning?
Lawrence Kohlberg
What stage focuses on balancing individual rights with societal needs?
Social contract orientation
At what stage do children recognize fairness and punishment for wrongdoers?
Punishment and obedience orientation
What is the key characteristics of Level 1: Preconventional?
Egocentric, Immediate concerns
What is the final stage of Kohlberg’s moral development theory?
Universal ethical principles
In Ericsson’s theory, what is the first stage of psychosocial development?
Basic trust vs Mistrust
What stage involves adults developing a sense of competence
Industry vs Inferiority
What is the potential outcome of too much guilt according to Erickson?
Inhibition