@thementalhealthmouse: From a psychology perspective, it’s important to distinguish between actually lowering intelligence, temporarily impairing cognitive performance, and interfering with learning over time. Intelligence isn’t fixed in every respect, and struggling to think clearly doesn’t necessarily mean you’re becoming less intelligent. These five factors don't all reduce intelligence in the same way. Some mainly affect your performance in the moment, while others influence learning and long-term brain health. Sleep enough to support memory and attention. Manage chronic stress before it becomes overwhelming. Protect your attention when doing demanding work. Keep learning and challenge your assumptions. Move your body consistently 🐭 #memory #intelligent #adhd #distracted #iq