If you’ve ever seen the movie “Rain Man,” you’re probably somewhat familiar with savant syndrome.
Understanding high intelligence in kids
While we typically associate the title of genius with adults (like Albert Einstein or Stephen Hawking), the truth is that those people started off as children.
Study links IQ to drinking habits
People who have a low IQ score are more likely to binge drink as adults than people with a high IQ.
A big bottom may produce big brains
Women with a large waist-to-hip ratio tend to have smarter babies than women with a smaller ratio.
IQ: A score, not a prophecy
While IQ does indicate a person’s intelligence, it does not necessarily offer a glimpse into the future.
Decoding the test battery
In school, you typically take one test at a time – students take one test in math on a given day, rather than a series of them.
Raising gifted students creates challenges
Imagine sitting through a day of classes, asking yourself, “When will they show me something new?”
Making friends as a gifted child
Humans are a social species, so people of all ages and intellects need friends.
Triplets earn membership in Mensa
Studies have indicated that IQ can be passed down genetically from parent to child.
New study suggests IQ may protect against schizophrenia
People who have high IQ scores may be less prone to developing schizophrenia, even if it’s in their bloodline.