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What is Giftedness?

The Definition & Meaning of Being Gifted Children who are gifted are defined as those who demonstrate an advanced ability or potential in one or more specific areas when compared…

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What Your Therapist Needs to Know About Giftedness

Dr. Gail Post, a Clinical Psychologist with over 35 years of experience, discusses the cognitive, social and emotional impact of giftedness and what psychologists must consider in their work with gifted individuals. Author: Gail…

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Tips for Students: Revealing the Shocking Secrets of Electric Bacteria

The following article expands on highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents.  Authored by: Dr. Benjamin Gross Introduction In this series we will explore…

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Tips for Students: The Conundrum of High Expectations: How to Support Your Gifted or 2e Child’s Development When the Stakes are High

The following article expands on highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents.  Authored by: Gail Post Introduction We all have expectations – for ourselves…

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Tips for Students: Solar Eclipse Through History with John Steele

The following article expands on highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents.  Authored by: John Steele Introduction Solar eclipses are perhaps the most spectacular…

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Tips for Parents: Making Sense of Perfectionism

The following article shares highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Thomas S. Greenspon, Ph.D. Perfectionism can seem like a mystery: Why…

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Tips for Students: Hack Your Toys! With David Simpson

The following article expands on highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents.  Authored by: David Simpson, Founder and Chief Tech Guide, Innovators Inc. Summary…

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Tips for Students: The History of Spies with August Thomas

The following article expands on highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents.  Authored by: August Thomas Summary The mission of this seminar was to…

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Tips for Students: Coping with Existential Anxiety with Leon Garber

The following article expands on highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents.  Authored by: Leon Garber Summary Existential anxiety encompasses our fears of death,…

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