Single Measure: Intelligence tests provide only a single measure of cognitive abilities and may not fully capture an individual’s potential or strengths.

Inappropriate Application: Intelligence tests may be inappropriately applied in contexts where they are not valid or reliable, leading to inaccurate conclusions.

Abuse of Intelligence Testing:

Labeling and Stigmatization: Low scores on intelligence tests can lead to labeling and stigmatization of individuals, particularly in educational and employment settings.

Eugenics: Historically, intelligence testing has been misused to support eugenic policies aimed at restricting the reproduction of individuals deemed “intellectually inferior.”

Discrimination: Intelligence testing has been used as a tool for discrimination, including in immigration policies and criminal justice systems.

Discrimination: Intelligence testing has been used as a tool for discrimination, both historically and in contemporary contexts, including in immigration policies and criminal justice systems.

Also Read: Types of Intelligence

To mitigate the risks associated with the misuse and abuse of intelligence testing, it’s essential to use tests that are culturally fair, recognize the limitations of such tests, and consider multiple sources of information when making important decisions about individuals.