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People say that, but then people like me are administered the tests for clinical diagnostic purposes (right or wrong), and even my state still considers the sco
by hirvi74 2y ago
People say that, but then people like me are administered the tests for clinical diagnostic purposes (right or wrong), and even my state still considers the scores to be a valid measurement of intelligence, and thus a factor in whether someone convicted of murder is eligible for the death penalty.
I think the concept is bullshit myself, but regardless the damage is done, and still being done for what it is worth.
- Izkata 2y agoMy crude understanding is, we don't have a good way to calibrate above-average scores, but it is a good measure for below average (provided there aren't arbitrary barriers like the language it's in).
- hluska 2y agoThat’s too bad, but I replied to something that claimed there is no criticism of IQ. IQ is criticized and used. Those are not exclusive states.
- hughesjj 2y agoYup. Polygraphs are still used in the intelligence community and court too. I'm seeing the tide turn (imo), but by no means am I claiming it's no longer used (regardless of merit). I acknowledge I'm starting a personal anecdote which is subject to my own biases such as cohort affects.