Journal of Indian Academy of Forensic Medicine
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 45
  • Issue: 4

A study on relationship between dermatoglyphics and personality traits

1Department of Allied Health Sciences, Division of Forensic Sciences, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and research Institute (Deemed to be university), Chennai

2Department of Forensic Sciences, Jain Deemed to be University, Bangalore

3Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research Institute (Deemed to be university), Chennai

*Corresponding Author, Dr. R. Priyanka (Tutor), Email: priyankatpt00@mail.com, Mobile No.: +91-9488969930, 8778234194

Online Published on 2 January, 2024.

Abstract

To draw correlation between the fingerprint pattern, ulna loop, and personality trait. Between the age of 18-24years the fingerprint of ten digits were taken (plain and rolled print) and personality traits were examined. Frequency of fingerprint patterns are categorized. Ridge count were made for the frequently distributed pattern. The personality traits are classified from the score obtained by using a personality questionnaire. The relationship between personality traits and fingerprints are examined by using SPSS software. Ridge count of ulna loop pattern shows a significant (P<0.01) relationship between left little finger (L5) of openness to experience and right middle finger (R3) of agreeableness in personality.

Keywords

Dermatoglyphics, Personality traits, Loop, Arch, Whorl, Ridge count