Simulations suggest embryo selection based on traits like height or IQ is still far off
The ability to select specific traits, such as height or IQ, brought about by multiple genes is more complicated than most people realize.... Read More...
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Smart people may learn music faster
The strongest predictor of musical skill acquisition is intelligence, followed by musical aptitude.... Read More...
Brain networks more stable in individuals with higher cognitive abilities
Higher intelligence was associated with higher temporal stability of brain network modularity. Brain regions of the dorsal attention network contributed most to the observed effect.... Read More...
Narcissists: Think you’re strong critical thinkers? Think again
Grandiose narcissists are significantly less likely to use critical thinking when it comes to important problem solving or decision making. While narcissists perceive themselves to be above average intelligence and strong critical thinkers, they are unable to use reflective thinking skills effectively. The high levels of confidence they have in their intellectual abilities are often misplaced.... Read More...
Researchers investigate how important intelligence and practice are in chess
Both intelligence and practice positively affect the acquisition and retention of stress skills.... Read More...
Relationship between type of delivery and twins’ psychological development
The delivery method of twins may play a role in their neuropsychological development. A correlation has been discovered between twins born by cesarean section and poor cognitive development compared to twins born via virginal delivery.... Read More...
Researchers call for the term ‘high functioning autism’ to be consigned to history
Researchers argue the term "high functioning autism" be abandoned by the scientific community as it is misleading and may create harmful expectations of abilities for children on the autism spectrum. "High functioning autism" is not a diagnostic term. The term is based on IQ assessments rather than functional assessments. While children with ASD may exhibit normal-to-higher IQ for their age, many experience skill based, social and behavioral difficulties that impact their daily lives. ... Read More...
The neuroscience of terrorism: How researchers convinced a group of radicals to let them scan their brain
A new neuroimaging study provides an insight into the neurobiology of those willing to commit terrorist acts. Researchers consider the psychological and social factors which also contribute to radicalization, and discuss how inclusive societies could help in the fight against political violence.... Read More...
Education and intelligence may protect cognition’ but don’t prevent Alzheimer’s disease
Intelligence, education and participating in cognitively challenging tasks may stave off the effects of dementia for longer, but can not protect against the inevitable Alzheimer's pathology in those at risk.... Read More...
Children who nap midday are happier, excel academically, and have fewer behavioral problems
Children aged 10 to 12 have greater happiness, self-control, fewer behavioral problems, increased cognitive performance and academic achievement when they take a brief midday nap, a new study reports.... Read More...
New causes of autism found in ‘junk’ DNA
Using artificial intelligence, researchers discover mutations in noncoding regions of the human genome that may result in autism. The noncoding mutations are associated with altered gene regulation in children with ASD. Additionally, the mutations affect gene expression in the brain and genes already linked to autism, such as those responsible for neuron development and migration.... Read More...
Treats might mask animal intelligence
Positive reinforcement by reward is important for learning based behaviors, but masks the expression of underlying knowledge and true animal intelligence.... Read More...