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As education becomes more widespread globally, do you see IQ scores improving as well?

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As societies became more intellectually oriented, developing increasingly more sophisticated technologies and building the abstract skills of reading and writing, our environment became more intellectually stimulating. The difference in the cave etchings of primitive populations and the art of the Renaissance suggests an enhanced sophistication in human cognitive strength. Psychologists asked, “Is this increased sophistication …

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What are some professions that typically have higher IQs, such as those involved in math competitions and science Olympiads?

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Participants in the International Mathematics Olympiads (IMO) represent the brightest of the bright. They have very high SAT scores, qualify for the best university programs, and have their pick of virtually any career they wish to pursue. Having these options, do they complete a Ph.D. in mathematics and enter academe or do they move into …

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Is there a correlation between age and intelligence (IQ)? If so, how does this correlation affect different age groups?

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Recently, the decline in the intelligence of President Joe Biden has raised questions about the mental acuity of people at advanced ages. During the 20th century, the belief that intelligence peaks early in life and goes into decline thereafter, spawned policies such as mandatory retirement at many universities. The Fields Medal, often referred to as …

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How do individuals with a higher than average intellectual capacity approach problem-solving and Critical Thinking?

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To answer this question adequately would require much more space than is available on this post. Therefore, I will focus on only one example of an important approach to problem-solving that is widely employed by those of high mental function. An old adage about dealing with an intractable problem states, “Sleep on it.” For centuries, …

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Is it Accurate to Measure Someone’s Intelligence based on their Opinions about President Trump?

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In responding to questions on this site, it’s my policy to avoid expressing political opinions, because the value of intellectual discourse lies in a rational discussion of ideas, rather than an attempt to persuade. So let me skate around the net and carry the puck over the blue line en route to the goal. When …

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Can Someone become super successful without having a high IQ or EQ? If so, what are the Factors that contribute to their Success?

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Although a high IQ and EQ are both important assets in achieving success in many endeavors, there are some high achievers who have made been able to achieve remarkable success through intense desire, tenacity and a powerful work ethic. Many of the celebrities in entertainment have attained high status through strong personal discipline and unrelenting …

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Which of these Traits: High IQ, Charm or Charisma is most important for Success?

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Traits like high IQ, charisma and charm are all attributes that can help a person achieve their goals. Of course, the importance of each quality depends upon the field in which success is sought. In politics, charism and charm play an essential role in how a person is perceived. A candidate for election who is …

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Why do some intelligent individuals refer to themselves as “dumb” or having an “average IQ”? What could be the reason behind them saying this about themselves?

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The world is designed for people who are considered “normal” in height, weight, intelligence, and other mental and physical characteristics. Airplanes and theaters have seat sizes that punish those who are much taller than average. Airplane overhead racks punish those who are shorter than average. Radio and television programs are designed for people of average …

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Is it Common for People to Know, with any accuracy, their own Intelligence Levels?

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One of the easiest ways to gain insight into the correlation between a person’s actual intelligence and their perception of their intelligence is through through the observation of people as they suffer intellectual decline. When people of normal intelligence enter gradual dementia through aging or a disease like Alzheimer’s, they begin to notice their declining …

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How does Extreme Intelligence affect a Person’s Perception of Life?

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People of extreme intelligence, are distinct in their inclination to challenge accepted beliefs. Socrates, Copernicus, Galileo, Newton, Nietzsche, Darwin and Einstein are among the most intelligent people who have ever lived, and they were all renegades who challenged consensus.  Those extremely intelligent free-thinking renegades from early in their lives challenged the religious beliefs, social norms, …

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