human intelligence Flashcards
what does IQ measure?
good measure of fluid intelligence; related to cognitive abilities involving control of memory and attention
why are IQ tests used?
to determine mental retardation; distinguish unable to learn and unwilling to learn
Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences
many distinctive kinds of intelligence (8)
what are the 8 different types of intelligence?
logic/math, linguistic, spatial, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, physical, naturalistic
s-factor
specific forms of intelligence related to specific abilities
g-factor
general form of intelligence related to all abilities
fluid intelligence (g)
adaptable intelligence; does not rely on prior knowledge
crystallized intelligence (g)
ability to solve problems applying prior knowledge
positive symptoms
excesses of behavior (hallucinations, delusions, paranoia)
negative symptoms
deficits of behavior (catatonia, apathy, avolition)
genius and insanity
people w high IQ less likely to develop schizophrenia, but they do have “creative” genius
idiot savants
people w extreme cognitive impairments, but have extraordinary ability in specific area
Autism spectrum symptoms
- delayed developmental milestone
- limited or delayed communication
- lack of eye contact
- behavioral and attentional fixations
- enhanced mechansitic
mentalistic thinking
ability to understand thoughts and feelings of others
mechanistic thinking
ability to understand working of objects and machines
