The Fate of Child Prodigies | The Saturday Evening Post

The article discusses the Termites, a group of highly gifted individuals identified by Lewis Terman in his studies. The Termites had significantly higher IQs and average incomes than the general population. Many of them went on to achieve great success in their fields, with some becoming notable figures in science, art, literature, and entertainment. Despite some exceptions, most Termites married others with high IQs, and many served in the military or pursued careers in research and academia. The group also had a disproportionate number of leaders and innovators, with many making significant contributions to their fields.