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Patricia A. Schuler

Peer Relationships
Patricia A. Schuler

Teasing and Gifted Children

Gifted children often face teasing and bullying that can cause serious distress, anger, or withdrawal. Parents should recognize signs, validate the child’s experience, teach problem-solving and assertive responses, and work with schools to enforce zero-tolerance policies and provide counseling.

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Patricia A. Schuler September 15, 2011
Social & Emotional Development
Patricia A. Schuler

Gifted Kids at Risk: Who’s Listening?

The article warns that gifted children often face empathy loss, rejection, and emotional risks including depression, anxiety, and social isolation. It lists symptoms and danger signals, explains myths about giftedness, and urges parents, educators, counselors, and policymakers to recognize needs, provide services, and foster empathy and support.

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Patricia A. Schuler September 14, 2011