Graphology is not so well known as the study of body language, even though first serious research into handwriting analysis was carried out in the nineteenth century. Handwriting analysis is an accepted method for personality profiling, especially in France and Israel. It is also used throughout Europe and America as a matter of course in the recruitment and selection process. However, in Britain there is a great deal of scepticism surrounding this projective technique. On a more positive note, and well known within graphology circles, is the knowledge some 'blue chip' companies use handwriting analysis as part of their selection process. Unfortunately for us graphologists, handwriting is being replaced with the increased use of technology such as email and text messaging. This eduction of hand written samples lessens opportunities to find out what makes individuals 'tick' and this provides an opportunity for tree drawing analysis to be used instead.