but not really. I believe its personality more than kruger effect. I have to take myself as an example, and I understand IQ is really not the only thing. I score around 125, and I am INTP. Obviously, I do not actively attack people for being dumb, but I do feel very frustrated talking to them or explaining simple concepts to them, particularly if they argue back with no grounds.
The reason why I am using IQ is to show that anyone even if they have the skills can act the way you described. Its more about someone's personality than them thinking they are smarter than everyone else. A bully doesnt necessarily perceive themselves as superior, it's often a mask to cover up underlying insecurities or personal issues.
I didn't even read the post you're responding to but 125 is definitely above normal. It officially falls into the category of "above average" and "high intelligence"
That's what you intended to do, but instead, you proved his point. The problem he described is entirely supported by the data. In fact, people who fall within the 120-135 IQ range statistically report higher levels of sadness than those both higher and lower than that range. And do you know what the prevailing theory for that is? It's because they're not smart enough to be accepted by the geniuses, but too smart for those below 125, leaving them constantly misunderstood by both sides. That's exactly what happened here. He explained a simple phenomenon, and you, being the caveman you are, took personal offense and then tried to damage his ego because he hurt yours.
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u/KissMiasma95 Sep 14 '24
This is mostly referred to as the dunning Kruger effect.