Intelligence & IQ Testing

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts related to intelligence and IQ testing.

Genetic Influences on IQ

Studied through family studies, twin studies, and adoption studies.

Family Studies

Confirm that IQ runs in intact families, showing that highly intellectual individuals have more highly intellectual first-degree relatives.

Twin Studies

Demonstrate higher IQ correlation for identical twins than fraternal twins, suggesting strong genetic influence.

Adoption Studies

Help distinguish environmental influences from genetic influences on IQ, showing that adoption can lead to IQ similarities with adoptive parents.

Environmental Influences on IQ

Factors such as poverty, education, and family size that can impact IQ scores.

Flynn Effect

The observed rise in average IQ scores over time, thought to result from environmental changes.

Group Differences in IQ

Research indicates few average differences in IQ between males and females, but males may show more variability.

Sex Differences in Abilities

Females often excel in verbal tasks; males in spatial tasks and complex mathematical reasoning.

Stereotype Threat

The fear of confirming negative stereotypes about a group, which can affect IQ test performance.

Creativity

Measured by tests of divergent thinking and is weakly correlated with IQ.

Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

The ability to understand and manage emotions, which may be as important as IQ for effective functioning.