Forensic Psychology

Question 1

What are levels of Moral reasoning

Answer 1

Moral reasoning refers to they way a person thinks about right and wrong. This thinking then applies to moral behaviour. The higher the level the more a persons behaviour is driven by a sense of what is right and wrong and less driven by avoiding punishment and disapproval from others

Question 2

Who suggested Levels of moral reasoning and what did they say

Answer 2

Kohlberg suggests through development we pass through 3 levels of moral reasoning, at each level demonstrating greater moral maturity. Criminal behaviour is more likely in people who dont reach the high levels of moral reasoning

Question 3

What are the 3 levels of moral reasoning

Answer 3

Level 1- Pre-Conventional
Level 2- Conventional
Level 3- Post-Conventional