07/08/2025
Did you know? Scientists say intelligence is largely inherited from the mother.
A major study from the University of Glasgow involving over 12,000 people reveals that most of our intelligence comes from our mothers, and not just because of love, but genetics too. Since many genes related to intelligence are carried on the X chromosome, and women have two of them, moms are more likely to pass on those “smart” genes.
But it doesn’t stop at DNA. The study also shows that a mom’s education, emotional support, and everyday nurturing like reading bedtime stories or helping with homework are just as critical to a child’s intellectual development.
So yes, intelligence is shaped by many thingslike nutrition, peers, and learning, but mom’s biology and presence play a huge role in building brains.
Next time someone says, “You got it from your mama,”—just smile. Because science says they’re absolutely right. 👏😉
