Carol Gilligan
Carol Gilligan is a renowned psychologist and feminist theorist best known for her groundbreaking work in moral development, specifically her critique of Lawrence Kohlberg's theory. In her influential book 'In a Different Voice' published in 1982, she introduced the concept of the Ethics of Care, emphasizing the importance of relational and contextual factors in moral decision-making, particularly highlighting differences between male and female moral reasoning. Her contributions have significantly shaped feminist theory and the understanding of gender differences in ethics.
Born on Jan 01, 1936 (89 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
No country-level mention data available.
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Israel:
Carol Gilligan is a prominent feminist scholar known for her work on gender and ethics.
9
El Salvador:
Carol Gilligan challenged Kohlberg's theory by demonstrating that women often remain at an intermediate level of moral reasoning.
8