Robert Ritter

German psychologist and physician

Robert Ritter - German psychologist and physician
Born

May 14th, 1901
123 years ago

Died

1951
74 years ago — 50 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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Contributed to the fields of psychology and medicine. Conducted significant research on racial hygiene, emphasizing the importance of psychological traits in the development of personality. Worked as a professor, sharing knowledge on psychological assessment and therapy. Played a pivotal role in the establishment of psychological institutions in Germany and focused on the studies of child development. His work influenced the understanding of psychological conditions in relation to social factors.

Conducted research on racial hygiene

Established psychological institutions in Germany

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