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Are some people born with an "intrinsic high IQ" (that is, are some people born with a profoundly gifted mind that makes them "natural geniuses) where others are not?
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Imparcticle said:Are some people born with an "intrinsic high IQ" (that is, are some people born with a profoundly gifted mind that makes them "natural geniuses) where others are not?
Dayle Record said:Yes, there are people with genetic disposition to high IQ. Take for instance Maria Vos Savant. Look at her name. It is her family name "From the Savants". There is a familial history of high intelligence of such long standing, that it is the family name. Look at Carl Sagan. His ancestors came from a village in Germany called Sagan. The term sage, or sagan, implies high intelligence. There are families who have this gift. Furthermore, understanding how intelligence is grown, how the mind grows, helps those families facilitate the growth of intelligence in their own offspring. They raise their children intelligently. Look at Kurt Vonnegut/Kurt Vonnegut. I am not smart enough on the spot here, to remember other family names that imply historic high intelligence, give me a month or so...
Janitor said:Chess playing seems to come naturally to a gifted few at a young age. Bobby Fischer is an obvious example. I would be interested to hear how chess phenoms do in other pursuits. I know that world champions in chess tend to be on the young side of 50, so the playing ability of the phenoms does taper off with age.
Dummkopf Do you know what that means in German? - Rader
Janitor said:Pa always said it meant "noble and virtuous," but I never really investigated the matter.
Janitor said:Pa always said it meant "noble and virtuous," but I never really investigated the matter.
Dayle Record said:"If you are so smart, why aren't you rich. Some of the smartest people I know, relish very simple things. It might be that they grasp more of infinity per moment, than those whom ambition and competition rule. They move more slowly through the data. So, some people are more linear, and others more omnidirectional. I think the quantity is the same, but the view is very different.
BoulderHead said:I'd have to consult with my box of chocolates before answering.
Stockman said:Ahaha. good.
Some people are really good at math but their musicianship is terrible, I guess that you could be intelligence in many different ways.
selfAdjoint said:Well isn't math "ability" a talent?
BTW, math talent and musical talent are significantly correlated.
An "intrinsic high IQ" refers to a person's natural intelligence level that is determined by their genetic makeup and cannot be changed. It is often measured by IQ tests and is believed to be an inherent trait that some people are born with.
Yes, there is scientific evidence that supports the idea that some people are born with a higher IQ than others. Studies have shown that genetics play a significant role in determining a person's intelligence, and certain genes have been linked to higher IQ scores.
While a person's IQ can fluctuate throughout their lifetime, studies have shown that a person's genetic makeup remains a significant factor in their intelligence level. Therefore, a person's "intrinsic high IQ" is believed to remain relatively stable throughout their life.
Some argue that believing in an "intrinsic high IQ" can lead to a fixed mindset, where individuals believe their intelligence is predetermined and cannot be improved. This can limit a person's potential and lead to a lack of effort in learning and personal growth.
Yes, while genetics play a significant role in a person's intelligence, it is not the only factor. Environmental factors, such as access to education and stimulating environments, can also impact a person's IQ. Additionally, with effort and practice, a person can improve their cognitive abilities and increase their intelligence level.