Graphology

Graphology is the study of handwriting and its connection to behavior, and related data points. Critics cite the lack of supporting empirical evidence as a reason to not use it. Supporters point to the anecdotal evidence of thousands of positive testimonials, as a reason to use it.

Approaches to graphology

• Integrative Graphology

:This is also known as 'fixed signs', 'trait stroke', 'French System' and Graphoanalysis®.

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:The basic theory is that stroke formations relate to personality traits. For example, the letter "t" with the bar crossing above the stem, indicates daydreaming. A crossing at the line indicates distant goals.

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• Holistic Graphology

:This is commonly, but incorrectly referred to as 'Gestalt Graphology'. Gestalt Graphology was a system of handwriting analysis developed circa 1915 in Germany.

Related Topics:
1915 - Germany

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:In this approach a profile is constructed on the basis of Form, Movement, and Space.

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• Symbolic Analysis

:In this approach, one looks for symbols seen in the handwriting. For example, John Wayne's signature shows a blackened out portion, that represents his lung cancer.

Related Topics:
John Wayne - Lung cancer

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:Max Pulver is the best known exponent of this system.

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