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Carol Gilligan’s Theory

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AP Psychology

Definition

Carol Gilligan’s Theory is a psychological theory that focuses on the moral development and differences between males and females. It suggests that females tend to prioritize caring for others and maintaining relationships over abstract principles of justice.

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