Author: Dan Peters, Ph.D.

Dan Peters, Ph.D.

Dr. Dan Peters, licensed psychologist, is Co-founder and Executive Director of the Summit Center, specializing in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and families with special emphasis on gifted, talented, and creative individuals and families. Dr. Peters serves on the California Association for the Gifted (CAG) Advisory Board, the 2e Center for Research and Practice Advisory Board, and the SENG Editorial Board. He is co-author of Raising Creative Kids, and author of Make Your Worrier a Warrior: A Guide to Conquering Your Child’s Fears and From Worrier to Warrior: A Guide to Conquering Your Fears.

100 Words of Wisdom

100 Words of Wisdom: Dan Peters, Ph.D.

Gifted children share many needs with other children: learning coping skills, perseverance, adaptability, and social negotiation. Focusing on these life skills—rather than only academics—prepares them to handle adversity, change, and relationships, and is essential for long-term success in school and life.

Dan Peters, Ph.D. April 3, 2014