Is there a way a person can increase his/her level of intelligence or creativity?

Answer 1

Read, as much as you can and as often as you can. Its amazing what you can learn just reading.

Answer 2

That's a tough call because there are so many ways to measure both, and they don't always agree.

For what it's worth, though, this is what happened to me: for treatment of migraines and depression, I was given Gabitril. It's similar to Prozac, except it tweaks production of a different neurotransmitter - gamma aminobutric acid ("GABA").

After a few weeks on this medication, I noticed an improvement in my ability to solve problems and get things done. Did this mean I was more intelligent or creative, or was I just more productive because the drug helped to clear my head of unwanted thoughts? Beats me.

A year later, I took an IQ test while I was still on the drug. I scored 6 points higher than my score on a previous test when I had not taken the drug. Was this an increase in intelligence, or did I do better on the test because I was more focused?

Again, it's a question of how intelligence, creativity, and productivity are measured. There's more to intelligence than what is measured by IQ tests. That's why there are a number of other tests used to rate various forms of cognition. Unfortunately, I don't know the results of those tests beyond my pdoc's word that I didn't have organic brain damage.

Aerobic exercise also helps. When I was running 7 miles daily, I had a much easier time thinking things out. If I was offered a choice, I'd do exercise only. But exercise alone doesn't prevent migraines, so I'm stuck with Gabitril too.

Try exercise. Even if it doesn't help your thought processes, it'll still be good for you physically.

Answer 3

Ofcourse your intelligence: simply go to the library. Start with something you are kind of interested in and then find out everything there is to know about it.

Increasing you creativity is a little trickier however I think when people are creative they aren't rushed and are a little more intune with something else. They have a magic which only makes sense to them but which many people find meaning and think these things are quite profound.

I would say to increase you creativity keep an open mind and have patience with new ideas and concepts, you will do find.

Answer 4

"Hello nyar kano!
Many of your answerers have some wonderful suggestions.
About 15 years ago I became very interested in the ideas expressed in your question. I read all kinds of books. I tried hypnosis ... it worked some. Finally, I ran across information in a journal on the brain. I read about neurotransmitters, proteins, DNA, mRNA and Nootropics. Nootropics were very interesting and reasonable. Smart drugs were an exciting area of exploration.
I learned about Piracetum, Hydergene, Vassopressin and many other mind-enhancing drugs.
After a study, I invested in some Nootropics and began with a small experiment on they're effects. They helped, but, there was no way to measure an increase or decrease with any accuracy.
I ended up using all the methods I had learned from reading and experimentation. I truly believe my attempts to increase my intelligence were successful. It appeared to work adequately in school, but, I still hit the wall against measurement to any quantifiable degree.
These days I no longer worry about such things, although I take certain vitamins and minerals and try to exercise to stay sharp.
Reading has really helped to maintain a significant level of awareness that enables me to achieve my few goals."

Answer 5

Intelligence yes. Creativity ahhhhhhh....... thats a bit hard. Intelligence levels can be increased by being a good reader of various books, watching discovery or national geo channels, etc. Creativity is innate - meaning its self-expression and being able to express your imagination via paper or art or creating stuff. That only comes if your inner maturity is broad and you've come into contact with various cultures and art forms.....

Answer 6

Yes you can exercise your mind and IQ just as you do your body. Keep your mind active. Read a lot - nothing too much higher than you normally would but keep gently challenging your mind. Also allow it to rest sometimes or you will just get overtired and give up. It is also important to eat a healthy, balanced diet and get regular physical exercise. Your mind will find it easier to function at optimum efficiency if it is living in a well-maintained body. I hope you succeed. More people should think it important to improve their mental abilities.

Answer 7

the applying of intelligence that ultimately ends up in creativity is the defining ingredient. discovering for the sake of discovering devoid of application does not bring about further learn and progression.

Answer 8

1. Quit using drugs or mind altering substances
2. Try brain food like Ginseng or fish.
3.Exercise your brain,learn and practice techniques like your objective.
4, Occasionally rest your mind but performing something unrelated

Answer 9

Listen to classical music and music that stimulates you and read a wide variety of books.

Answer 10

try reading or meeting new people to be exposed to diff things