Piaget's Theory of Moral Development is a cognitive theory that explains how children develop their understanding of right and wrong. It consists of two main stages - the heteronomous stage (characterized by strict adherence to rules) and the autonomous stage (where individuals understand moral rules can be changed through mutual agreement).
The process by which individuals make decisions about what is right or wrong based on their understanding of moral principles.
Socialization: The process through which individuals acquire knowledge, values, and behaviors that enable them to function effectively as members of society.
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