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Are We Getting Dumber?

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Started September 10, 2026

Startling results are in from a test of teenage educational achievement around the world

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Are We Getting Dumber?

National Review (United States) | Sep 09, 2026

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 10, 2026
Parents play a crucial role in either enhancing or hindering their children's intellectual development.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 10, 2026
Standardized testing does not accurately reflect the intelligence or potential of today’s youth.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 10, 2026
Increased reliance on technology is making young people less capable of critical thinking.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 10, 2026
Public discussions on education should focus on both the strengths and weaknesses of today's youth.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 10, 2026
Whether or not teenagers are becoming less intelligent, society must adapt education to meet their needs.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 10, 2026
The rise of social media has negatively impacted teenagers' attention spans and cognitive abilities.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 10, 2026
The educational achievement of teenagers varies significantly across different countries and cultures.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 10, 2026
Access to information has increased, allowing teenagers to learn more than ever before.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 10, 2026
Educational systems worldwide are failing to equip students with essential problem-solving skills.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 10, 2026
Teenagers are developing new skills that are not captured by traditional measures of intelligence.
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