Davidson Gifted Blog
Social Engagement, General Enrichment, and Executive Function Support Program Comparison
This chart provides a comparison of the most popular social engagement, general enrichment, and executive function Support programs used by Davidson Young Scholars. These programs can be utilized in a variety of ways; enrichment, tutoring, curriculum…
Strategies for Supporting Twice-Exceptional Students
Academic support is helpful for twice-exceptional (or 2e) students, but it isn’t enough on its own. Because there are often struggles in identifying 2e students, it’s important for families, educators, and even 2e students…
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…
You Can’t Fool a Gifted Kid; They Spot Inauthenticity a Mile Away
Gifted children come equipped with an attuned awareness of the world around them. Sometimes this attunement comes in different flavors. Some gifted kids use logic, and even mathematical equations to figure things out. Others…
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,…
Gifted Homeschooling and Socializing
This article offers insights into the various ways parents can help their gifted children build social skills and meaningful relationships outside the traditional classroom. Complementing this perspective, Davidson Academy Online presents an excellent option…
Personality, Gender, and School Behaviors
The following article written by Deborah L. Ruf, Ph.D. highlights the education struggles gifted youth have according to personality type and gender and orchestrates why these factors can lead to underachievement. Extroversion, being male,…
Gifted Testers and Therapists List
The map below is a tool that can help families find testers and therapists. If you are just starting your gifted or twice-exceptional journey, your first step might be to have your child tested.…
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