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A continuing problem for educators has been the student who, although at least minimally qualified to complete his education, has either failed in his course work, or dropped out of school during the academic year.

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Twenty-eight Ss who reported a high frequency of physical complaints were contrasted with 47 Ss who reported a low frequency of physical complaints. Four personality traits were isolated which differentiated the two groups at a statistically significant level. The low frequency of illness group were characterized by the following personality traits : accepting, outgoing, trustful, easy going, lacking ambition and striving, liking of people, lack of self-insight, having simple taste, relatively free from anxiety and tension, and emotional stability (ego strength). The high frequency of physical illness group were characterized by projection and inner tension, alertness to manners, social obligations, reactions of others, social climbing, worry, tenseness, irritability, anxiety, turmoil, and lower ego strength.This study supports the hypothesis that physical illness is related to measurable personality differences. Whether the individual who suffers from excessive physical illness develops certain personality traits, or certain personality traits predispose one to the influence of illness needs further research. REFERENCES 1. ALEXANDER, FRANZ.