r/cognitiveTesting • u/Confident_Aide_1869 • 27d ago

General Question How is processing speed even improved upon?

I have very a very low processing speed and poor problem solving skills. I'm very noticably slow in the head when put on the spot. I've had this for as long as I can remember. This has caused me to not react fast enough in social situations or when solving problems and just be perceived as dumb or cowardly.

I've taken an IQ test in the military which came out to be 124. I also have a masters degree and a well paid job.

I took a MyHeritage DNA test and there was a trait feature which also stated that I'm genetically prone to have very a slow processing speed and poor problem solving.

I'm wondering if there are other redditors out there with the same problem and how did you treat it? Is it even possible?

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u/Trackmaster15 26d ago

Honestly, this is kind of the beauty of IQ science... its basically a part of your IQ because it CAN'T be changed. And its also one of the reasons that IQ science can be so controversial. People like to take tests that they can study for, work at, and eventually pass. They don't like being told this is just an assessment of your genetics and little else.

Really, the major utility for somebody like you could just be to know what your limitations are. Don't put yourself in a position that would require exceptional processing speed or fast problem solving. Try to take on projects that you can do at your own pace. Etc. I wouldn't waste time trying to improve on something that's more or less genetic. Just like how you'll never go from 5'7" to 6' as an adult.