Author: Elizabeth Shaunessy

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Elizabeth Shaunessy

Elizabeth Shaunessy is an assistant professor at the University of South Florida, where she teaches a required course for teachers of the gifted. She also serves as Gifted Program Coordinator in the College of Education.
Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Elizabeth Shaunessy

Teaching Gifted Learners to Manage Stress in High School

This article outlines stress risks for gifted high school students balancing rigorous academic programs and adolescent development. It recommends curriculum and home guidance, presents effective coping strategies (positive appraisal, time management, supportive actions), warns against ineffective approaches, and lists further reading and references.

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