Post: #26

(03-03-2014 08:16 PM)clever alias Wrote:  these dont increase IQ. I think the over emphasis on IQ here is strange. these increase cognitive ability (lumosity does, at least). there is a benefit to them, but its not in raising IQ. things like learning languages and such are beneficial in that there.is evidence suggesting they prevent alzheimers. also, learning one language will not actually increase new language acquisition capacity

I agree for the most part. Although sometimes it is hard to separate 'IQ', 'cognitive ability', 'smartness', etc. But yeah, there are definitely things you can do to workout your brain so to speak (Lumosity, etc.) and improve your general cognitive functioning.

Also, the brain can change and develope new neural pathways even later in life if you challenge it in new ways. I think the key is forcing yourself to keep trying new thugs and allow your brain to grow and make connections across different disciplines.

Post: #27

theres also a difference between "getting smarter" and developing new techniques. for example, short term memory is capped at around 7 items. you cant really increase this. but its possible to change the way the information is viewed through mnuemonic (definitely misspelt that) techniques. memory champions do tjis exceptionally well

Post: #28

Has anyone tested themselves in any way before and after lumosity and found it to help?


It does seem like a good way to waste time on the internet.

Post: #29

I went from a labourer and spent 6 years studying engineering. I feel like my intellect completely changed voer the period. So intense maths will do the trick.


I find now, I am smarter than the vast majority of people.