Briefly Describe the Criticism That Gilligan Made of Kohlberg's Stages

question 4

Essay

Briefly describe the criticism that Gilligan made of Kohlberg's stages of moral development and how her theory sought to address this criticism.Has research supported the necessity of the two separate theories?

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Definitions:

Broca's Aphasia

A type of aphasia characterized by difficulty in producing speech but with relatively preserved comprehension.

Wernicke's Aphasia

A neurological disorder characterized by impaired comprehension and production of language, due to damage to the Wernicke's area of the brain.

Circumlocution

The use of many words where fewer would suffice, often to be vague or evasive, or to elaborate unnecessarily.

Blocking

In psychology, a process whereby a person's thoughts or memories are obstructed or interrupted.