Helping Them Climb: Gifted Kids in Therapy
Gifted children often experience intense, frequent, and long-lasting emotions that adults misunderstand. Therapists, teachers, and parents should listen, validate, and join their feelings rather than dismiss them. In the author’s case, supporting a grieving, angry teen led to productive action—an environmental club—and improved functioning.
Many Gifted Children have a Difficult Time Making Friends
Tips for parents of gifted children who struggle socially, explaining that boredom and mismatched curriculum can cause disruptive behavior and social challenges. Offers five practical strategies — building problem-solving and independence, role-playing, using code words, reviewing friendship dynamics, and monitoring behavior — to foster social skills and confidence.