Intelligence

Intelligence

1. Forms of intelligence

   • General Intelligence
     • Definition
       • General intelligence is the theory that intelligence is an overall "general" sense of knowledge (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013).
     • Key Characteristics
       • Higher IQ scores are yielded by those with general intelligence (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013).
       • Only one key factor is behind intelligence (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013).
     • Examples (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013)
       • High IQ score
   • Fluid and Crystallized Intelligence
     • Definition
       • As stated by Gazzaniga & Grison (2013), "Fluid intelligence involves information processing, especially in novel or complex circumstances... crystallized intelligence involves knowledge gained through experiences" (Table 8.3).
     • Key Characteristics
       • Fluid and Crystallized intelligence comprise general intelligence (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013).
       • Fluid intelligence helps in complex situations (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2019).
       • Crystallized intelligence aids with problem solving (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2019).
     • Examples (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013)
       • Long-term memory storage
       • Vocabulary skills
       • Spelling skills
   • Mutliple Intelligences
     • Definition
       • Multiple intelligences theory is the idea that intelligence is made up of multiple individual talents (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2019).
     • Key Characteristics
       • Not measurable by IQ tests (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013).
     • Examples (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013)
       • Mathematical abilities
       • Intrapersonal abilities
       • Interpersonal abilities
       • Bodily-kinesthetic abilities
       • Linguistic abilities
   • Triarchic Theory
     • Definition
       • A theory in which people have three forms of intelligence (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013).
         • Analytical intelligence is the ability to solve puzzles and complex problems (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013).
         • As stated by Gazzaniga & Grison (2013), "Creative intelligence is the ability to think in new and creative ways" (Table 8.3).
         • Practical intelligence aids in everyday tasks (Gazzaniga & Grison, 2013).
   • Emotional Intelligence
     • Definition
       • As stated by Gazzaniga & Grison (2013), emotional intelligence is "skills in managing emotions and recognizing them in other people" (Table 8.3).

2. What is intelligence?

   • Definition
     • Intelligence is the measure of one's ability to think through situations (Brody, 1999). The human intelligence is changed over time as the human experiences new influences on thought and reason (Brody, 1999).
   • Form of Measurement
     • Intelligence is measured through an IQ test. As stated by Cherry (2022), "An IQ test is an assessment that measures a range of cognitive abilities and provides a score that is intended to serve as a measure of an individual's intellectual abilities and potential (para. 1).

3. My intelligence

   • Emotional intelligence
     • I tend to worry about people too much when they go through rough patches.
     • I am good at navigating my thoughts when I experience a hardship.