Theory of Intelligence Essay

This essay delves into the multifaceted concept of intelligence, examining prominent theories within psychology. It begins by defining intelligence beyond academic achievement, emphasizing problem-solving skills, abstract thinking, and reasoning abilities. The essay then critiques the limitations of relying solely on IQ scores, highlighting the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ) and other non-intellectual factors in determining overall intelligence. Key theories are discussed, including Charles Spearman's general intelligence (g factor), Louis L. Thurstone's primary mental abilities, and Robert Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence (analytical, creative, and practical). The essay concludes by outlining methods for assessing intelligence, emphasizing the need for comprehensive evaluations that consider various cognitive and emotional aspects, including problem-solving speed, adaptability, and social behavior.

Theory of Intelligence
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Theory of Intelligence
Intelligence is the most researched subject in psychology. Intelligence is not reflected by the
academic performance or bookish knowledge. Intelligence is somewhat how easily a person
solves different problems, how they think abstractly, plan and the ability of reasoning. It is the
ability of a person to think rationally, deal effectively and act purposefully (Wechsler, D., 2014)
We can recognize intelligence by keeping a wide range of points into account. One is the
simple high IQ test score and the low EQ test but is not the only key to be an intelligent person
(Noordin, M. F., & Karim, Z. A., 2014, November). We can conclude by checking a person's
learning, retention and execution ability in a best or worst possible way. A person may be
intelligent in different ways for example, someone can be emotionally intelligent; i.e. the ability
of a person to deal or react in a stressful condition. Other non-intellectual achievements are also
a blink to high intelligence such as longer and happier relation, creative and artistic intelligence,
socioeconomic status etc. personality traits like self-control, prudence and risk taking actions
also reveal the intelligence level.
On company my personal theory with the Charles Spearman theory which talked about
the concept of General Intelligence (g factor), confirmed the point that some mental aptitude
test’s score can confirm the intelligence status of a person. Similarly, Louis L. Thurstone clears
the term that only the single IQ test doesn't determine whether a person is intelligent rather a
person may show intelligence in different areas as numerical, reasoning, verbal, spatial
visualization and many other. Also, Robert Sternberg explained the triarchic theory of
intelligence which include three factors of intelligence that are analytical intelligence which is
directly related to problem-solving ability, creative intelligence involves the capability of a
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person to deal with different situation and lastly, the practical intelligence refers to the
adaptability to changing environment (Yao, Y., 2016)
To measure the intelligence, various tasks should be assigned either with the help of
psychologists or IQ testing scales. This test should include vocabulary, comprehension, digital
spam, block design, object assembly, vocabulary, arithmetic reasoning and general information.
Intelligent people can be noticed by their speed of solving questions and dealing with the
situations. The behavior and attitude of a person with society and family also reflect the
emotional intelligence a part of intelligence. Many tasks as to place a person in the stressful
environment, multiple handlings, accuracy and speed for problem-solving can tell us about the
person's intelligence.
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