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Theory derivation in moral development
Nursing & Health Care : Official Publication of the National League for Nursing
|June 1, 1990
Summary
This study compares Kohlberg's justice theory and Gilligan's care theory in nursing research. It evaluates their strengths and limitations for nurses to advance moral development understanding.
Area of Science:
- Moral development theories
- Nursing research
- Ethics in healthcare
Background:
- Kohlberg's theory of moral justice focuses on abstract principles.
- Gilligan's theory emphasizes relationships and care in moral reasoning.
- Recent literature highlights the divergence between these two influential theories.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze Kohlberg's and Gilligan's moral development theories.
- To examine the application of these theories in nursing research.
- To assess the strengths and limitations of each theory for nursing practice.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and theoretical analysis.
- Comparative analysis of Kohlberg's and Gilligan's frameworks.
- Evaluation of existing nursing research utilizing these theories.
Main Results:
- Kohlberg's theory provides a justice-based framework.
- Gilligan's theory offers a care-based perspective, highlighting relational ethics.
- Both theories have utility but also limitations in nursing contexts.
Conclusions:
- Understanding both justice and care perspectives is crucial for comprehensive nursing ethics.
- Further research is needed to refine the application of these theories in diverse nursing scenarios.
- Nurses can benefit from critically evaluating these models to enhance ethical decision-making.
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