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As people grow older, the results of any IQ tests they take could help them identify a decline in their cognitive function. If it appears as though the quality of their memory or their ability to focus has taken a turn for the worse, they could be in the early stages of dementia, according to […]

Some people are intimidated by the extremely intelligent, while others prefer to have these individuals in their company. Nikola Todorov, the health minister for the Southeastern European country of Macedonia, falls into the latter category. According to The Associated Press, Todorov's ministry recently announced that it is looking to hire 10 advisers. These individuals will provide consulting services once […]

When it comes to more complex surgical procedures, it is likely patients will receive anesthesia. Whether this treatment is provided intravenously or through inhaled gases, the goal is to render individuals unconscious for the duration of their medical procedure. As children must also undergo surgical procedures, they too may receive anesthesia. However, researchers from Stony Brook University […]

After taking a career test, older jobseekers may feel rather confident about landing a position that matches their talents and interests. However, once they start applying to jobs, they could find that their age is an issue – even if it should not be. While it is not always possible to change hiring officials' minds during interviews, […]

Whether individuals are out of work or looking to switch careers, creating an effective resume, perfecting their interview strategies and making sure they have the proper credentials are probably top priorities. One thing they have very little control over is their name – something that may actually influence companies' hiring decisions. According to CBS MoneyWatch, a […]

People may love to eat cookies, muffins, cake and other foods that are known to be loaded in carbohydrates; however, new research from the Mayo Clinic reveals that the more of these treats individuals 70 years old and over consume, the greater the chance they will develop mild cognitive impairment. During the study, researchers worked […]

In order to land a membership with Mensa International, individuals need to possess an IQ in the top 2 percent of the population, according to the high IQ society's website. After taking a Mensa IQ test, 15-year-old Fabiola Mann learned that her score actually placed her in the top 1 percent of the world's most intelligent people, The Economic Times reported. In […]

President Obama has a clear lead among Internet users when we asked the question "Which Candidate for President do you think has the higher IQ?" Respondents selected Obama over Governor Romney by a 3-1 margin, 74-26 percent. See Video and Full Results with Charts Here Strangely, 27 percent of people who chose Obama said it […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in three adults in the U.S. has high blood pressure. If these individuals happen to be pregnant women, their unborn children's cognitive abilities may be at risk, based on new research from Finland's University of Helsinki. The study, which appears in the American Academy of Neurology's medical […]

At a certain point in their school careers, most students have to take a foreign language class. Whether they sign up to take French or Chinese, the idea of learning a whole new language may be an undertaking some pupils are less than excited about. However, these individuals might be more eager to try their […]