This discussion centers on the obsession with online IQ tests and their validity. Participants agree that while online tests can be entertaining, they lack the rigor and accuracy of professionally administered IQ tests by licensed psychologists. The conversation highlights the psychological implications of relying on these tests, particularly in relation to inferiority complexes. Ultimately, the consensus is that personal abilities and achievements are more significant than IQ scores.
PREREQUISITESThis discussion is beneficial for individuals struggling with self-esteem issues, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in the psychological aspects of intelligence testing.
Evo said:No, the online tests are just for fun. Real IQ tests have to be given by a licensed psychologist and are not really like the online tests. I have been administered the real thing.
Says who? There is no valid grading system for online websites.some_letters said:Agreed, I'm sure there are tons of factors that an impersonal online test cannot account for but one's that I've taken claim to have a correlation factor (not sure if that's the right word but I think you know what I'm talking about) of .87 and above. The one I just took said it has a factor of .98 with the ST-binet and whatever the other test is.
It's really what you accomplish that matters.Bobbywhy said:some letters, you have described your actions as taking too much of your time, an obsession, while claiming they are fun. Also, that you suffer from an inferiority complex.
May I suggest you focus more on your own abilities? Proof of competence is not gained by waiving your IQ test score around. We notice the skills and competence of others by their performance. We see that a good hunter brings in the game to feed the tribe, that the skilled farmer plants, cares for, and harvests a good crop. We recognize the competent engineer who solves difficult problems by combining his formal training with his natural intelligence. The audience at a music concert responds well to the skilled soloist. So what is your skill? What are you doing that you can excel in?
micromass said:You are obsessed with IQ tests and you have an inferiority complex. I think it might be wise to see a psychiatrist about these issues. These things will not go away by taking IQ tests, whatever the outcome of the tests are.
some_letters said:Another thing, I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask but being that this is anonymous...has anyone else ever struggled with an inferiority complex?