Thurstone’s PMA: Understanding Cognitive Diversity

When it comes to understanding intelligence, there’s no single definition that fits everyone. Psychologists have debated for decades whether intelligence is just one general ability (often called “g-factor”) or a mix of independent skills. One of the biggest game-changers in this debate was Louis Thurstone, an American psychologist who, in the early 20th century,…

Can Standardized Tests Accurately Measure Intelligence?

Standardized tests have become a hallmark for assessing intelligence, whether in schools, workplaces, or clinical settings. They aim to quantify something as complex as intelligence, boiling it down into a single score. But is intelligence really that simple? Spoiler alert: it’s not. Let’s dig deeper into what standardized tests can (and can’t) tell us…

How Creativity Fits Into Intelligence Models

When we think about intelligence, it’s easy to focus on things like IQ tests, logical reasoning, or how fast someone can solve a math problem. But let’s be real—intelligence isn’t just about crunching numbers or memorizing facts. It’s about how we think, adapt, and solve problems in ways that are new, surprising, and sometimes…