Graphology
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For the forensic examination of handwritten documents, see Graphanalysis. For the study of writing systems, see Graphemics. For the study of mathematical graphs, see Graph theory.
Graphology is the analysis of handwriting in an attempt to determine the writer's personality traits. Its methods and conclusions are not supported by scientific evidence,[1][2] and as such it is considered to be a pseudoscience.[3][4][5][6]
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Graphology has been controversial for more than a century. Although proponents point to positive testimonials as anecdotal evidence of its utility for personality evaluation, these claims have not been supported by scientific studies.[1][7] It has been rated as among the most discredited methods of psychological analysis by a survey of mental health professionals.[8]