Mind, Scientific American 2012 Novemberdecember - Think Like a Genius

Introducing the Genius Issue The minds of exceptionally creative people hold answers for us all The Editors The Science of Genius Outstanding creativity in all domains may stem from shared attributes and a common process of discovery Dean Keith Simonton How to Spot Artistic Brilliance A "rage to master," as observed in some precocious young artists, may help define extreme visual creativity Jennifer E. Drake and Ellen Winner To Nurture Genius, Improve Gifted Education Renewing our commitment to gifted education is the key to a more innovative, productive and culturally rich society Rena F. Subotnik , Paula Olszewski-Kubilius and Frank C. Worrell Three Critical Elements Sustain Motivation When it comes to cultivating genius, talent matters, but motivation may matter more Daisy Yuhas Boost Creativity with Electric Brain Stimulation Cases of savant syndrome have inspired an electrical brain stimulation technique for boosting creative insight Allan W. Snyder , Sophie Ellwood and Richard P. Chi When High IQs Hang Out "Genius" societies offer a social network for the top tier of test-takers Lena Groeger Where Are All the Female Geniuses? Women tend to choose work-life balance rather than the pursuit of eminence-although the choice is not entirely freely made Sandra Upson and Lauren F. Friedman