According to a study by scientists at Lund University in Sweden and Virginia Commonwealth University, a high level of intelligence can prevent the development of schizophrenia in those who are at risk genetically.
Research results published on the page of The American Journal of Psychiatry.
How the study was conducted and its results
This result contradicts the notion that high intelligence increases the risk of developing schizophrenia.
According to the study, high IQ has a protective effect against disease.
The study analyzed data from 1.2 million Swedish men who were born between 1951 and 1975. In addition, scientists tracked their hospitalizations for schizophrenia.
People with low intelligence and a genetic predisposition to deviance are more prone to developing schizophrenia.
Lack of IQ can be for various reasons. For example, due to genetic factors, childhood trauma.
There is no evidence that smarter people are more likely to suffer from schizophrenia.
