| I think everyone has brought some interesting perspectives to the table here. Personally, I think one must understand, that happiness can be a product of environment, but not necessarily so. As we all well know, one can have a genetic predisposition towards depression as well. Considering this, one must question the environmental factors that intellectual people face, both in childhood as well has into adulthood. I think for most, this alone can become and encumbersome factor to achieving happiness. I also question at what age some of these people who are "brighter" than average realize that there is nothing wrong with this. I think it may be very easy for an intelligent child, growing into an intelligent adult to not realize why they're different from those around them, and ultimately, blame themselves for not fitting, for not being comfortable in a society, an environment, etc., where others seem to feel at home.
I have noticed a lot of comments about IQ as well. While IQ was and can measure a persons aptitude for learning, it can not be the only factor to consider when speaking of someone's intelligence level. I think an IQ does have some value, however, is only one small part of a larger piece. |