What are some historical case studies of phrenology in practice?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Phrenologist
Phrenology, popular in the 19th century, was practiced by figures like Franz Joseph Gall, who mapped the skull to assess personality traits. Notable case studies include the examination of criminals by Cesare Lombroso, who linked skull shape to criminal behavior. Phrenology influenced early psychology and education, despite being discredited for its lack of scientific basis and ethical implications.