How to recognize extremely smart people: they have a unique character trait
Scientists have decided to identify and systematize the character traits of people with extremely high mental abilities. Here are the criteria for determining that a person is very smart, based on research by scientists. SSPDaily tells about it.
What is the defining feature of smart people: research by scientists
When an extremely difficult life situation arises, people are divided into two groups. The first group is not able to solve the problem. The second group can easily cope with difficulties and continue to move forward. This ability is directly related to increased intelligence, so this is the defining feature - the ability of a person to cope with any problems. And it's not about successfully completing school or higher education, as PsyBlog writes.
The point is this. During the experiment, scientists made an important discovery about conscientiousness, a quality that means diligence, organization, and reliability. In girls, there is a direct link between conscientiousness and intelligence. Therefore, scientists have come to the conclusion that girls who clean their rooms, study hard, follow their daily routine and their plans have higher intelligence scores.
The opposite is true for boys - those who are prone to laxity and some negligence have a higher IQ. Although this doesn't mean that disorganization is a sign of genius, it does show a rather interesting difference between boys and girls.
How a person's character and temperament affect their intelligence level
Scientists also decided to study the character and temperament of the participants in the experiment. They found that introverts who prefer peace and quiet have higher mental abilities and better academic performance. This is because they are calmer, more balanced, and less distracted from their tasks.
However, as scientists have discovered, it's not just about character. Fear also plays a significant role in achieving success. Those students who are more worried about their performance show better results in their studies. Therefore, scientists have come to the conclusion that mild anxiety can motivate to achieve success.
As a result of the experiment, the scientists called on everyone involved in the educational process to find individual approaches to each student. Because children have both weaknesses and strengths that can be adapted to help students effectively use all of their inherent abilities. In particular, if a child is not very successful in school, he or she should be involved in other activities outside of traditional lessons.