Science: Terman's Kids

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Depression hit the group hard, but all, at latest report, had managed to stay off relief. About two-thirds married, and the divorce rate is less than the general. The mortality rate is also less than the general, the suicide rate slightly less, the percentage of confinement in mental hospitals also less.

The conclusion, as plain as the wrinkles on Dr. Terman's face: children with high I. Q.s get along better than average in later life.

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