CHA Historical Foundations & Graphology Theory Flashcards
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Who is considered the 'father of graphology' and coined the term in 1871?
Answer: Jean-Hippolyte Michon
Jean-Hippolyte Michon, a French abbot, coined the term 'graphology' in 1871 and is widely regarded as the field's founder.
Which graphologist developed the symbolic three-zone theory connecting upper, middle, and lower zones to psychoanalytic concepts?
Answer: Max Pulver
Max Pulver, a Swiss graphologist influenced by Carl Jung, developed the three-zone symbolic space theory linking zones to the superego, ego, and id.
Which German philosopher-graphologist introduced the concept of 'form level' (Formniveau) as a master indicator in handwriting analysis?
Answer: Ludwig Klages
Ludwig Klages introduced form level, which rates the overall quality and vitality of handwriting as the primary personality indicator.
What does the term 'graphology' literally mean based on its Greek roots?
Answer: Study of writing
Graphology derives from the Greek 'grapho' (to write) and 'logos' (study), meaning the study of writing.
The trademarked American handwriting analysis system emphasizing individual stroke analysis was developed by:
Answer: Milton Bunker
Milton Bunker developed Graphoanalysis, a trademarked stroke-by-stroke system, and founded the International Graphoanalysis Society (IGAS).
What is the 'copybook standard' used as a reference in handwriting analysis?
Answer: The model script taught in the writer's country of origin
The copybook is the model script taught in the writer's educational system, and deviations from it reveal individual personality characteristics.