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(www.simplypsychology.org/kohlberg.html)
Level 3 – Post-conventional/Higher-focused
Morality (adulthood)
Stage 5. Social Contract and Individual Rights. The
individual is aware that sometimes rules/laws will not
work for the interest of particular individuals.
Stage 6. Universal Principles. People developed their
own set of moral guidelines which may or may not fit
the law. The person will be prepared to act to defend
human rights, justice, and equality even if it will cause
social disapproval or imprisonment.
(www.simplypsychology.org/kohlberg.html)
Ethical dilemma is a situation in which
choosing a decision among possible options
will bring a negative result based on society
and personal guidelines. Example is when a
sick worker goes to office to meet office
deadlines but it is also right to stay home to
get well faster and avoid infecting others.
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Ethical Decision Making Process is the
process of choosing the best alternative
for achieving the best results or
outcomes compliance with individual
and social values, moral, and
regulations.
Ethical decision should be based on ethical
principles and codes rather than on emotions,
thoughts, fixed policies.
Steps:
1. Describe the problem and determine if it is
an Ethical Dilemma.
2. Identify the conflicting values and principles.
3. Gather your information.
4. Determine the possible actions and their
costs and benefits.