1. men and women seen in a different perspective female-centered moral development theory focused on inclusion, interdependence, and interpersonal relationships individual begins to question her self-concept seeks opportunities to create relationships decides she has a responsibility to others and society First Transition: from selfishness to responsibility Gilligan's theory Gilligan's theory moral development The Levels of Development Level 1 - Preconventional: individual now focuses on the needs of self Focused on Individual Survival as well as others begins to embrace and understand self-care Level 2 - Conventional: individual comes to believe that her Second Transition: Self Sacrifice is Goodness personal thoughts, values, choices, and from goodness to truth needs are just as important as those of Level 3 - Postconventional: others Morality of Non-violence Transitions lead to a "balance"