Does solving problems make you smarter?

One reason why people who learn more mathematics earn more is because doing maths makes you smarter and more productive. Solving maths problems improves the way your brain functions and, according to Mr Blair, this can translate into an ability to earn more money and form stable relationships.

Do Brain Games increase IQ?

In another study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, researchers found that while brain training games did increase performance on specific tasks, they didn’t lead to a general improvement in overall intelligence. However, they probably do not have much of an impact on overall intelligence.

Can you improve intelligence?

Although science is on the fence about whether you can raise your IQ or not, research does seem to suggest that it’s possible to raise your intelligence through certain brain-training activities. Training your memory, executive control, and visuospatial reasoning can help to boost your intelligence levels.

Do people with a high IQ have difficulties in relationships?

People with a high IQ can struggle with interpersonal dynamics and have difficulties with communication that the majority of people will never fully comprehend. In fact, the problems with relationships people with a high IQ tend to have might challenge many long-held assumptions.

Are people with high IQs more sensitive?

In a study published in the journal Marriage & Family Review, a team of Dutch researchers found that people with high IQs tend to be more sensitive than people with average IQs. That can be problematic if your friend, family member, or partner is not perceptive to the other’s needs, and the person with the high IQ begins to feel slighted.

Do people with higher IQs tend to make better friends?

An earlier study published in Social Development found that people with higher IQs tend to search for friendships from people who can teach them something. Meaning they look for people amongst their peer communities who are of similar or greater intelligence with similar interests.

Do people with high IQs have higher levels of attachment?

The same research team found that those people with high IQs may not have the same level of attachment to others as people with average intelligence.