Tomball ISD Gifted &Talented Update
November, 2020
A Note from Tomball ISD's GT Specialists
Perfectionism
Articles about Perfectionism
Helpful Tips for Parents of Perfectionistic Gifted Learners
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Gifted Students and Perfectionism
“Gifted students already have enough stressors in their lives, and when perfectionism is added, they may become extremely overwhelmed.” "Perfectionism does not have to be a negative trait. With the support of educators, family, and peers, students will be able to use their perfectionism to positively drive and push them towards success" (Burdick, 9).
How to Handle Your Child's Perfectionism
GT tips and strategies to help your little perfectionist deal with anxious thoughts and frustrations.
Anxiety
Articles about Anxiety
Do Gifted Children Struggle with Anxiety
Are gifted kids really more anxious than others? Are they more likely to be perfectionists, overthinkers, and emotionally reactive?
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Top 3 Strategies for Helping Your Child Cope with Anxiety During Challenging Times
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Why Gifted Children are Anxious, Plus 4 Ways to Help Them Cope
Gifted children often struggle with anxiety. Here's a look at why, plus 4 ways to help your child cope.
Underachievement
Articles about Underachievement
Parenting Strategies to Motivate Underachieving Gifted Students
Gifted children need to understand that they control their own destinies: They succeed because they have the skills and put forth effort, and that failures may be attributed to lack of effort.
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Preventing and Overcoming Underachievement of Gifted Primary School Students
"This article defines and discusses the definition of underachievement, explains the concept of learning, and addresses ways that executive functions and skills influence the learning process" (van Gerven, 2017).
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The Underachievement of Gifted and High Potential Students
When students of seemingly exceptionally high ability perform at levels that are well below their potential, their teachers and parents are faced with bewildering and frustrating challenges.
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Supporting Your Gifted Child During COVID-19
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