PSY210H5 Lecture Notes - Moral Realism, Language Delay, Moral Absolutism
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Piaget: moral development (sub-stages exist but not listed in lecture) No situation is an exception to rule (don"t grasp concept of pushing back); if very egocentric still, unable to see others" perspective therefore is limited. Moral absolutism; immanent justice: morality of reciprocity (11&up): ask questions b/c can see others" perspective; most people are stuck in moral realism (stage 2); passed egocentrism considering others" pov and feelings. Ages are skewed b/c of social exposure: more exposure = developing faster, better understanding of what others expect b/c more practice think about solutions. Parents who use consistent discipline, using reasoning, and providing explanation (morally based) will let children accelerate their moral skills. Begin to understand concepts important for relationships. Does good moral judgment lead to good moral behavior: model: teaches you morality, but does not engage in moral behavior, environment: understand, but environment is where it won"t help you survive.
