#RiskLiteracy

A new study by researchers from a renowned UK university shows that higher cognitive ability is tied to more accurate life predictions and better everyday choices. The work, published in a leading psychology journal, suggests intelligence supports better judgment not only in school or at work, but also in daily decisions such as finances and health. For Thai readers, the findings highlight opportunities to strengthen education, public health messaging, and social policy.

A groundbreaking study from the University of Bath’s School of Management has provided fresh insight into why individuals with higher IQs consistently make better decisions, linking superior intelligence to more accurate life predictions and improved outcomes. The research, recently published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, demonstrates that cognitive ability not only affects academic and professional achievement, but also underpins day-to-day decision-making—from financial planning to health choices. For Thai readers, the study’s findings offer critical implications for education, public health communication, and social policy.