Moral Disengagement and Its Social Implications

This exam centers on the concept of moral disengagement and its ramifications within social contexts. Theoretical constructs that explain how individuals rationalize unethical behavior will be critically analyzed.

Understanding moral disengagement is essential for identifying the mechanisms behind harmful social behaviors, such as discrimination or violence. Insights from this topic are applicable in fields such as social justice, law enforcement, and organizational ethics.

The examination will assess candidates’ ability to articulate the causes and effects of moral disengagement, as well as their capacity to draw connections to contemporary societal issues.

Preparation for this exam should include reviewing case studies that exemplify moral disengagement, as well as the psychological theories underpinning this phenomenon.