Question 1

can intelligence be inherited?

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Partly: Intelligence is a combination of genetics and environment.  It is the age old "nature vs nurture" controversy.  Perhaps the best thing you can do for yourself is to participate in healthy, stimulating activites to broaden your mind.

Question 2

can music affect intelligence?

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Maybe, depends: There is no good answer as to whether passive listening to music increases intelligence, or of so, by much. But like many arts, intense involvement in and learning of music will definitely improve intelligence--especially as measured broadly.

Question 3

how does nutrition affect intelligence?

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Many ways: Low intake of omega-3s for example, would deny the brain access to dha, an important fatty acid, certain vitamins, like B12 and e are needed for normal nerve and brain function. Low iron can also cause brain related problems. Certain antioxidants, like the anthocyanins in blueberries can reduce brain inflammation. Get your nutrition from whole foods and never from pills if avoidable.

Question 4

can i increase my intelligence by exercising?

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Not directly: Exercise by itself won't make you smarter. There are several cognitive benefits associated with a regular exercise, so including exercise in your daily routine may help you learn better. Shoot for 30 min of moderately vigorous aerobic exercise most (5) days of the week....and keep studying! Good luck

Question 5

how does intelligence relate to being a genius?

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Highest level: A person who is a genius has a level of intelligence in the very top range.  The statistical normal curve goes from the bottom to the top range of intelligence.  A person who is considered a genius will fall into the very top range of the normal curve.

Question 6

what can i do to increase my child's intelligence?

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Read, read, read!: It's controversial whether "intelligence" can be improved, but you can help your child by reading, reading and reading to him/her! provide an environment rich in words and conversation; allow him/her to show their creativity in thought and action. Help find interests and help nurture those. Keep tv watching and video games to a minimum.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: intelligence?

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See below: Intelligence has been defined in many different ways including, but not limited to, abstract thought, understanding, self-awareness, communication, reasoning, learning, having emotional knowledge, retaining, planning, and problem solving.
 
Intelligence is most widely studied in humans, but has also been observed in animals and in plants.

Question 8

is intelligence considered to be an aspect of mental health?

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Definition: If you want to limit intelligence to an IQ score, you can find people with all different intelligence levels who could be considered essentially happy and functioning within normal ranges, which is much more along the lines of how mental heal is defined. Think of them as largely separate issues.

Question 9

i want to ask you how can i increase my intelligence levels ?

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Exercise mind and...: I'm not sure if intelligence can be increased but exercising your mind can only help. Read, learn new things, go to college, learn a language. B complex, phosphatidylserine, acetyl-l-carnitine, bacopa, vinpocetine, ashwagandha and rhodiola are all proven to  improve mind function. See http://www.Smart-publications.Com/articles/be-smarter-think-faster-and-protect-your-brain-with-12-smart-nutrients.

Question 10

is life more worthwhile if you possess beauty or intelligence?

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I had a teacher in: High school who was brilliant. She would have been considered unattractive by most - she stated that because of her lack of physical beauty - that is what she desired most. I have known other women who were physically attractive who longed to be smarter. I think we all have worth - whether  or not we are smart or attractive.

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