Why Gifted Kids Are Actually Special Needs

Описание: Listen in on how Dr. K breaks down how being a gifted kid may not be all it's cracked up to be. Talking through the pathway of gifted child that leads to burnt out perfectionist and how the gifted child moniker may be more of a burden than a benefit.

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▼ Timestamps ▼
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0:00 - Reddit Post: Gifted Kid Meme
0:45 - Perception of 'Gifted'
1:57 - Gifted children are 'special needs'
3:17 - The purpose of school
3:53 - Falling into the trap of not studying
4:16 - Being gifted young sets you up to fail
6:49 - How this manifests later in life
7:40 - The burden of expectation
11:47 - Shame and low self-esteem
14:24 - What do we do about it?
15:01 - Stop comparison
17:23 - Accept that success is hard work
22:06 - Summary and questions
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