Category Archives: IQ

The Bell Curve Controversy

Posted on February 2, 2014 by Luke Ford

Sociologist Linda S. Gottfredson said in 2009: The Bell Curve had pushed intelligence onto the front pages. Some journalists were seeking balance in their coverage of the book. They must have been referred to me as a willing expert for … Continue reading →

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Race, IQ And Civilization

Posted on February 2, 2014 by Luke Ford

The late psychologist J. Philippe Rushton said: “Arthur Jensen got into this [IQ] business in the first place because teachers were calling him up and saying, ‘I don’t understand. I have two children here — a white child with an … Continue reading →

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The Importance Of Brain Size

Posted on January 23, 2014 by Luke Ford

Larger brains correlate with higher IQs. Brains in whites start getting smaller after age 25, in Asians after 35. Asians have larger brains, higher IQs and wider hips than do whites who in turn have larger brains and wider hips … Continue reading →

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Not So Bright

Posted on January 17, 2014 by Luke Ford

I’ve gone much of my life competing against people smarter than me. I just sense that I’m not as sharp as my peers. School was rarely easy for me. I had to slog to get As. Whatever success I’ve had … Continue reading →

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Men’s IQ Tends To Be 4-5 Points Higher Than Women’s

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Luke Ford

According to Gene Expression: Men average 4 to 5 IQ points higher than women. “The generally listed “peak” age for scientific creativity and productivity is around the surprisingly young age range of 30-40, but the same exact age doesn’t apply … Continue reading →

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