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Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. A seemingly intense "abstract reasoning" job assessment has gained traction online, with Reddit users finding themselves ...

Age-related declines in abstract reasoning ability predict increasing depressive symptoms in subsequent years, according to data from a longitudinal study of older adults in Scotland. The research is ...

Artificial intelligence has demonstrated astonishing capabilities, from mastering language to generating stunning artworks and defeating chess grandmasters. Yet, a profound question remains: Can AI ...

Abstract thinking helps you find patterns in data and explain meaning through stories and ideas. It also supports humor, creativity, and problem-solving beyond what you can observe. Concrete thinking ...

My colleague Sarah Sparks has written a fascinating article about research that shows just what is going on inside a child’s head when that child is doing tasks such as cutting out shapes or coloring ...