In a Different Voice: Psychological Theory and Women’s Development

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In In a Different Voice, Carol Gilligan argues that traditional psychological and moral development theories, particularly Lawrence Kohlberg’s, are biased toward a masculine approach, and she posits that women’s moral development centers around an ethic of care rather than an ethic of rights. Gilligan explores how women’s relational thinking contrasts with men’s individualistic perspectives, ultimately advocating for the recognition and inclusion of women’s voices in moral and developmental theories. The book addresses views on and experiences of abortion.