Which center and institution is associated with the development of self-in-relation theory in 1991?

• A. Judith Jordan and colleagues at the Stone Center, Wellesley College
• B. Stanford Center for Development
• C. Harvard Center for Gender Studies
• D. University of Chicago Psychology Department

Answer: (A)

Self-in-relation theory says that a person’s sense of self develops through relationships and connected, empathic interactions with others; growth comes from mutuality and connection rather than isolation, and disconnection can hinder development.

In 1991, Judith V. Jordan and her colleagues at the Stone Center for Developmental Studies at Wellesley College developed and popularized this theory, making the Stone Center the key locus of its origins. This work laid the foundation for what’s often called relational-cultural theory, emphasizing how relationships fuel psychological growth.