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Stages of Moral Development

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Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

Stages of Moral Development refer to Lawrence Kohlberg's theory that describes the progression of moral reasoning through six distinct stages. These stages are based on an individual's ability to consider ethical principles and make decisions about right and wrong.

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