It used to be that neuroscientists thought smart people were all alike. But now they think that some very smart people retain the ability to learn rapidly, like a child, well into adolescence. That means they have a longer period of time to learn from their environment — and maybe learn Chinese.
Among some children with very high IQs, the brain appears to stay in learning hyperdrive for an extended period...
Among some children with very high IQs, the brain appears to stay in learning hyperdrive for an extended period...