How to Increase IQ Flashcards
What is intelligence?
Intelligence is the ability to learn and understand things quickly and easily.
People increase their IQ by doing what? (verb)
…by training their brains like a muscle. The more they practice one defined thinking activity, the better they get at it. As an example, the more people do the math, the better they become at learning further math concepts.
How accurate are IQ tests?
IQ tests are not precise. On average, the results vary by 20 points test-to-test. Even so, learning new concepts intelligently has proven to raise the average mark in those tests.
Which activity is the fastest brain training based on IQ tests?
It is strategising. The most efficient practice is to think strategically. High school students who practiced strategising have got better not only in math but also in all the other subjects.
What temporarily boost cognitive abilities?
Hunger, adrenaline, and BDNF temporarily boost cognitive abilities. Although the body should get used to calorie deficit before the feel-able benefits of fasting. The most efficient way to generate BDNF is exercising. Green tea and red wine also increase BDNF amount in the body.
What lowers cognitive abilities?
Marijuana lowers intelligence. In fact, the most brain-damaging legal substance is marijuana. One study shows the two IQ points decrease by six months of regular use. Another study displays the eight points decrease by 10 years of regular use. Also, processed sugars decrease BDNF.
