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Care Ethics in Feminism
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Contextual Moral Reasoning
This kind of reasoning takes into account the complexities of particular situations and the relationships involved when making ethical decisions, as is emphasized in care ethics.
Interdependence
A key concept in care ethics which recognizes that individuals are inherently related and the well-being of one is connected to the well-being of others.
Nel Noddings
An American feminist, educator, and philosopher best known for her work in philosophy of education, educational theory, and ethics of care.
Maternal Thinking
A concept proposed by Sara Ruddick that describes a form of reasoning developed through the practices of caregiving, particularly mothering.
Moral Orientation
Refers to the approach or perspective one takes when considering ethical decisions, varying from justice-oriented to care-oriented perspectives.
Four Phases of Care
Conceptualized by Joan Tronto, these phases are: caring about, taking care of, care-giving, and care-receiving.
Justice vs. Care Debate
A discourse in moral philosophy that discusses the differences between a justice framework, that focuses on rights and fairness, and a care framework, that emphasizes relationships and needs.
Ethics of Justice
An approach in moral philosophy that emphasizes rights, rules, and individualism, and is often contrasted with the ethics of care.
Relational Autonomy
A concept that views autonomy as shaped by, and achieved through, our relationships with others, rather than in isolation.
Responsiveness
In care ethics, the recognition and response to the needs of others in a relationship as an ethical imperative.
Partiality
The ethical stance that it is acceptable to give preferential treatment to particular individuals or groups, especially in the context of care relationships.
Carol Gilligan
Psychologist who challenged the male-centric moral development theories of Kohlberg by introducing an ethic of care perspective.
Communitarianism
A philosophy that emphasizes the connection between the individual and the community, often aligning with principles found in care ethics.
Annette Baier
A philosopher known for her work on moral philosophy and ethics of care, who critiqued traditional ethical theories for ignoring the moral significance of trust.
Joan Tronto
Political theorist who expanded the ethic of care into a global and political realm, beyond individual relationships.
Virginia Held
Philosopher who extensively analyzed care ethics and argued for its importance in both personal and political contexts.
Ethic of Care
A theory that emphasizes interpersonal relationships and community, and views qualities like empathy, compassion, and nurturing as foundational to ethics.
Trust
In the context of care ethics, it is a fundamental value and necessity for authentic caring relationships; its presence is critical for moral action.
Emotional Labor
Refers to the process of regulating one's emotions and emotional expressions as part of fulfilling the responsibilities of a job, which is often reviewed in the context of care ethics.
Global Care Chains
A term used to describe the international system in which wealthier countries rely on the labor of poorer country citizens, particularly in caregiving roles which have ethical implications in feminism.
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