Intelligen
ce
Ghulam Mustafa
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Outline
• Meaning
• Definition by different
authors
• Factors affecting
Intelligence
Meaning
• There is no fix definition because some believe it is special
talent and some believe it is general ability.
• The ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills.
History
• Intelligence started
during 1800.
• Sir Francis Galton is
known as one of the
person who studied
intelligence.
• Operationalised
intelligence as reaction
time.
Definition by different
authors
• Burt: Intelligence is the
capacity of flexible adjustment.
• Stern: Intelligence is the
ability to adjust oneself to the
new situation.
• Piaget: Intelligence is the
ability for adaptation to
physical environment.
Factors affecting Intelligence
• Genetics: Intelligence is partially influence by genetic factors.
• Environmental Factors: Such as nutrition, stress and exposure
to toxin can impact the development of brain.
• Brain development: The development of the brain, including
the growth of brain structures and formation of neural
connections can significantly impact intelligence.
• Health and well-being: Good health and well-being, including
proper nutrition, exercise, sufficient sleep, can contribute to high
level of intelligence. Healthy diet lead will lead to better mental
health and intelligence.