Carol Jacklin was a developmental psychologist who conducted research on sex differences in cognitive and moral development. Her work focused on challenging the traditional view that girls were morally superior to boys.
Related terms
Sex Differences: The observable physical, biological, and psychological distinctions between males and females.
Moral Development: The process through which individuals acquire their understanding of right and wrong, including ethical decision-making skills.
Gender Stereotypes: Widely-held beliefs or generalizations about how males and females are expected to think, behave, or feel.