People with a dark sense of humour are more intelligent

But those who do are likely to be more intelligent, according to a new study. Researchers found people who prefer dark humour tend to score highly on test of intelligence and emotional stability. People who prefer dark humour tend to score highly on test of intelligence and emotional stability. Researchers found people who prefer dark humour tend to score highly on test of intelligence and emotional stability. The researchers say it may be because it takes both cognitive and emotional skills to understand jokes and get their humour.