Regarding Terman's Study of the 1,500 Intellectually Gifted,which of the Following

question 122

Multiple Choice

Regarding Terman's study of the 1,500 intellectually gifted,which of the following statements about the gifted is TRUE?

• A) The gifted enjoy better than average mental health and a greater resistance to mental illness.
• B) High intelligence was found to have little to do with success, especially in practical matters, with few of gifted completing college or holding professional positions.
• C) The very bright were physically inferior, being below average in height and weight and fitting the stereotypes of "eggheads," "nerds," or weaklings.
• D) The gifted tend to be peculiar, socially backward people, lacking in leadership skills.

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Definitions:

Altered States

Conditions of consciousness that are significantly different from the normal waking state, such as those induced by drugs, meditation, or sleep deprivation.

Consciousness

The state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings and identity, including thoughts, feelings, and perceptions.

Hallucinogenic Drug

A substance that induces alterations in perception, mood, and thought, often creating experiences that differ from objective reality.

Peyote

A small, spineless cactus with psychoactive alkaloids, notably mescaline, used primarily in Native American spiritual ceremonies.