When it comes to understanding intelligence, one theory that keeps popping up in psych circles is Spearman’s Two-Factor Theory. First proposed by Charles Spearman way back in 1904, it’s still one of the OG frameworks in psychology. This theory breaks down intelligence into two parts: general intelligence (g) and specific abilities (s). Sounds simple,…
Ever heard of the g factor? It’s short for “general intelligence,” and psychologists have been debating, testing, and analyzing it for decades. Basically, it’s the idea that a single underlying mental ability influences how well we perform on various cognitive tasks. So, whether you’re solving math problems, interpreting abstract patterns, or learning a new…
Ever heard someone say, “Oh, they’re book smart but not street smart”? Or maybe you’ve come across people who can solve a Sudoku puzzle in seconds but can’t keep a plant alive? That’s intelligence showing up in different flavors—and it’s something psychometrics (the science of measuring the mind) digs into with a magnifying glass.Let’s…
