Foot Dermatoglyphic Pattern and Risk for Suicide

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Features of the Dermatoglyphic Foot Pattern in Suicider Males
Valeriia Chadiuk et al
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Dermatoglyphics is the scientific study of the patterns of ridges present on the fingers, palms, toes, and soles of humans and some other primates. The term comes from the Greek words "derma" meaning skin and "glyph" meaning carving. Dermatoglyphics encompasses several areas of research and application:

Genetics and Anthropology: Dermatoglyphic patterns are influenced by genetic factors and can be used to study human evolution, population migrations, and the inheritance of certain traits. These patterns are unique to each individual, including identical twins.

Medical Diagnosis: Certain dermatoglyphic patterns have been associated with various genetic disorders. For example, unusual fingerprint patterns can be an indicator of Down syndrome, Turner syndrome, and other chromosomal abnormalities.

Personal Identification and Forensics: Fingerprints are a key aspect of dermatoglyphics and have been used for personal identification and forensic purposes for over a century. The uniqueness and permanence of fingerprints make them an excellent tool for law enforcement and security.

Psychology and Talent Identification: In some modern applications, dermatoglyphics is used in psychology and talent identification, claiming that the patterns of ridges can provide insights into an individual's personality, cognitive abilities, and potential talents. However, these uses are more controversial and not widely accepted in the scientific community.