Intelligence: A Very Short Introduction
by:
Ian J. Deary (author)
For people with little or no knowledge of the science of human intelligence, this volume takes readers to a stage where they are able to make judgments for themselves about the key questions of human mental ability. Each chapter addresses a central scientific issue but does so in a way that is...
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For people with little or no knowledge of the science of human intelligence, this volume takes readers to a stage where they are able to make judgments for themselves about the key questions of human mental ability. Each chapter addresses a central scientific issue but does so in a way that is lively and completely accessible. Issues discussed include whether there are several different types of intelligence, whether intelligence differences are caused by genes or the environment, the biological basis of intelligence levels, and whether intelligence declines as we grow older.
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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9780192893215 (0192893211)
ASIN: 192893211
Publish date: June 7th 2001
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Pages no: 132
Edition language: English
Series: Very Short Introductions
An excellent introduction into the subject. Deary concentrates on statistical studies and meta-studies to delve into those questions that seem to vex people about intelligence.Starting with 'general intelligence' and working through the types of brain activity that make it up and the mechanisms thro...
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