Health with Dr Yvette Maseka

What is intelligence |How to nurture cognitive development

Yvette Maseka Season 1 Episode 10

Intelligence is a complex and multifaceted trait that encompasses various cognitive abilities, problem-solving skills, creativity, emotional understanding, and adaptability to different situations. It involves the capacity to acquire and apply knowledge, reason logically, solve problems, learn from experiences, make decisions, and communicate effectively. Intelligence can manifest in different ways, such as linguistic intelligence, mathematical/logical intelligence, spatial intelligence, interpersonal intelligence, intrapersonal intelligence, musical intelligence, and more.Intelligence is influenced by a combination of genetic factors, environmental influences, education, experiences, and opportunities for learning and growth.