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THE problem of vocational guidance is that of ascertaining the special aptitudes of any individual for a given trade or profession. Accordingly its solution lies in a study of individual differences in such a way that they may be practically determined in any given case. Much attention has been given by psychologists to this matter of late, and Prof. Griffitts' book contains an excellent presentation of vocational psychology so far as it has been yet worked out. Physiognomy is discussed at great length as an indication of aptitudes; but the conclusion is reached that inferences from it are of little validity, and the interview is emphasised as the best guide in the selection of employees and, generally, in vocational advising. The psychological aspects of the interview are carefully presented, and rating scales with regard to character dealt with. As supplementary to the interview, tests are recommended as “devices which under certain conditions give results which are valuable to the interviewer.”
Fundamentals of Vocational Psychology.
By Prof. Charles H. Griffitts. Pp. xiii + 372. (New York: The Macmillan Co., 1924.) 12s. net.
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Fundamentals of Vocational Psychology . Nature 115, 869 (1925). https://doi.org/10.1038/115869b0
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