Assessing Intelligence

Articles about measuring cognitive abilities through various testing methods and scientific approaches. Topics include psychometric assessments, brain function measurement, genetic factors, and emerging alternatives to traditional IQ tests.

Alternatives to the Standard IQ Test

Several alternative tests now measure intelligence beyond traditional IQ scores, accounting for reasoning, problem-solving and critical thinking.

Better Emotional Intelligence in Your 60s

People in their 60s often have stronger emotional intelligence than younger adults, handling stress and empathy more effectively.

Brain Mapping Your Intelligence

Researchers used brain scans to map which parts of the brain control different types of intelligence measured by IQ tests.

How Brain Function Is Measured

Brain function is measured using neuroimaging tools like fMRI and PET scans to map activity and understand how the brain works.

How Family and Culture Affect Intelligence

Your family background and culture shape how your intelligence translates into educational success, regardless of your IQ.

How Human Reasoning Works

Learn why humans reason the way we do and how reasoning shapes our beliefs, decisions, and behaviour throughout life.

How Intelligence Is Measured

IQ tests are the most famous way to measure intelligence, but scientists use several different methods with ongoing debate about which works best.

Intelligence and Genes

Brain scans reveal that genes influence intelligence by affecting how nerve fibres are protected and how quickly they transmit signals.

Intelligence: Foster and Orphanage Children

Research shows foster care helps orphanage children catch up on growth and intelligence after social deprivation.

Is IQTesting Obsolete?

IQ tests may unfairly label children as unintelligent and actually discourage them from trying harder in school.

New Theories on Intelligence

Scientists find that brain intelligence depends on how fast information moves through your brain, not its size.

Personality Predictors of Intelligence

Certain personality traits like openness and disagreeableness can predict intelligence levels across different life stages.

Psychometric Testing and What It Measures

Psychometric tests measure your abilities and personality traits, helping employers and job seekers match talents to roles.

Testing Rational Thought

See how rational thought differs from IQ and EQ, and why testing your ability to think logically matters for better decisions.