Davidson Gifted Blog
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…
Read moreNeuroscience of Giftedness: Larger Regional Brain Volume
by Sharon Duncan, Corin Goodwin, Joanna Haase, Ph.D, MFT, and Sarah Wilson A collaboration of GHF: Gifted Homeschoolers Forum and GRO: Gifted Research and Outreach A common misconception states that, when it comes to…
Neuroscience of Giftedness: Physiology of the Brain
by Sharon Duncan, Corin Goodwin, Joanna Haase, Ph.D, MFT, and Sarah Wilson A collaboration of GHF: Gifted Homeschoolers Forum and GRO: Gifted Research and Outreach Confusion abounds over the many connotations of the term…
Tips for Students: How to Strengthen Your Inner Ally
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: Julie Withrow, Host of the Exceptional Girls Podcast. Summary Sometimes…
Tips for Parents: Understanding Your Family Ecosystem When You’re Raising PG/2e Kids
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: Debbie Reber, MA, Tilt Parenting Summary Raising profoundly gifted and…
What Is the Pedagogy of Gifted Education? A Guide for Parents, Educators, & Advocates
Many families know their gifted child needs more than “extra work”, but aren’t sure what more looks like. Teachers, too, want to do right by gifted learners without having access to specialized training. When…
The Anxiety of Raising Gifted Children: Why Optimizing Their Full Potential Can Break Them (and Us)
This article examines how the pressure to help gifted children reach their “full potential” can unintentionally lead to anxiety, perfectionism, and a fragile sense of self for both kids and parents. Drawing on a…
Tips for Families: Is Flexibility a Superpower?
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: Peg Dawson, Ed.D. Summary Flexibility is a vital executive skill…
Tips for Parents: Building Frustration Tolerance: A Brain First Approach to Growing Your Child’s Resilience
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: Eileen Devine, LCSW Summary Many parents find themselves in a…
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