Jackie Pack LCSW, CSAT-S, CMAT
Stages of Moral Development
How does our understanding of right and wrong evolve as we grow? In this video, we explore Lawrence Kohlberg’s Stages of Moral Development, a groundbreaking framework that explains how moral reasoning develops through distinct stages.
You’ll learn:
• The six stages of Kohlberg’s model, from obedience and self-interest to universal ethical principles.
• How these stages show up in everyday life, decision-making, and society.
• The important contributions of Carol Gilligan, Kohlberg’s research assistant, who offered a different perspective by emphasizing care, relationships, and context in moral development.
This video gives you a clear and engaging overview of moral psychology, showing both Kohlberg’s influential theory and Gilligan’s critique that reshaped the conversation.
