Feminist Thought and the Ethics of Care

These flashcards cover key concepts, definitions, and contrasting views within feminist thought and the ethics of care.

Ethics of care

A moral perspective that emphasizes the importance of personal relationships and caring for others.

Masculine virtues

Characteristics associated with male ethical reasoning, such as fairness, justice, and rights.

Feminine virtues

Characteristics associated with female ethical reasoning, such as caring, compassion, and personal responsibility.

Carol Gilligan

A psychologist who highlighted the differences between male and female moral reasoning, emphasizing the ethics of care.

Personal morality

An ethical perspective that focuses on personal relationships and emotions.

Universal morality

An ethical perspective that seeks impartiality and fairness, applying moral principles equally to all individuals.

Personal responsibilities

Obligations individuals feel towards those they love and care for.

Criticism of Gilligan's Theory

Concerns raised about the applicability of her theory in real-world contexts, including gender roles in professions.

Ethical perspective contrast

The differing moral frameworks between males and females, with women focusing on care and relationships and men on justice and rights.

Impersonal moral reasoning

A way of making moral decisions that is detached and unbiased, often associated with male reasoning.