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Gifted Children and High Abilities

What does it mean to be gifted?

The term gifted is used to describe individuals with intellectual abilities significantly above those expected for their age. In children and adolescents, characteristics may include rapid learning, advanced reasoning, strong curiosity, problem-solving skills and exceptional abilities in specific areas.

When should I seek an assessment for giftedness?

Professional evaluation may be appropriate when a child or teenager learns very quickly, demonstrates advanced abilities, becomes easily bored at school, has different educational needs or experiences emotional or social difficulties related to the way they learn and develop.

What specialists assess and support gifted children?

Assessment may involve child psychologists, neuropsychologists and educational psychologists using intelligence, cognitive and other psychological assessments. Pediatricians and child and adolescent psychiatrists may participate when there are developmental, emotional, behavioral or adjustment concerns. Support may include educational guidance, psychological support and strategies tailored to the child's or teenager's needs.

Find specialists in giftedness and high abilities

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