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Whatever: Study shows Gen X reaching peak mental performance

Jason Weisberger
Oct 15, 2025
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A study recently published in the journal “Intelligence” says Gen Xers are in or approaching peak mental performance.

Several of the traits we measured reach their peak much later in life. For example, conscientiousness peaked around age 65. Emotional stability peaked around age 75.

Less commonly discussed dimensions, such as moral reasoning, also appear …

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