PPT-The ADHD/ADD Gifted Child

By Shannon Judge Melissa Erwin Sarah Cooner ADHD Gifted Characteristics Poorly sustained attention Often shift from one activity to another Impulsivity poor delay of gratification Impaired adherence to commands to regulate or inhibit behavior in social contexts. These are students that have a dual diagnosis. One can easily mask the other. Most are identified for their . disability.. Famous and Twice Exceptional. Place the following people under one of the following categories:. Leonie Nicholls. Monday 17 March 2014. Topics in tonight’s presentation. Definitions of gifted and talented. Characteristics of gifted learners. Overexcitabilities. Introverts and extraverts. Perfectionism. Diagnosis, Characteristics, and Service Delivery. Diagnosing 2E. ADHD and Giftedness together occur in about 2-7% of the total special education population. Increased risk for misdiagnosis due to difficulty remaining focused during transitions, staying organized, and sustaining attention during less-motivating activities. By: Margaret Garrett, Alicia Payne, and Chris . Rhinehart. Hispanic Gifted . Students. Introduction. For over 25 years, blame has been extended to gifted programs for favoring children from advantaged backgrounds. Minority groups or gifted learners are highly underrepresented in gifted programs in the United States. Statistics report that this underrepresentation may vary for 30% to 70%. The average is common at around 50%. (Ford & Thomas, 1997). Gifted students exist in all levels of society, every culture, and every ethnic group (Frasier, Garcia, Passow, 1995). In order to include underrepresented minority groups in gifted programs, it is mandatory to establish “equal footing” for all students no matter what their race, culture, or socioeconomic status is . Center for Gifted. Amy Jacobs. merhaba6599@comcast.net. About me!. What is a gifted child?. Expresses curiosity about many . things. Demonstrates . creativity. Asks thoughtful questions. Has an extensive vocabulary. ?. Presentation by: Emily Peppers and Kathryn Olmstead . . ADD/ADHD. What is ADD/ADHD?. ADD = Attention Deficit Disorder. ADHD = Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. This disorder makes it difficult for people to function properly within the world. It is difficult for people to inhibit spontaneous responses (speech, movement, attentiveness, etc.).. Parenting, Early Experiences, and . the ADHD . Child. inconsistent . discipline . (. particularly maternal discipline) . poor supervision. low . paternal . involvement . punitive discipline methods. Cory Meehan & Josh Cameron. Define “Gifted Learner”. What makes a child a gifted learner?. Students who are advanced in one area or in many areas and exceed the expectations of parents or of the school curriculum in specific areas of development (Hutchinson, 2014).. Lisa D. Bailey, Ph.D.. Licensed Psychologist. Nautilus Behavioral Health, PLLC. What is ADHD?. DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria:. A persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development, as characterized by (1) . Dr Martin Newman. Consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist. ADHD: Referral. The possibility of this diagnosis is often raised because of concerns regarding a child's behaviours.. Assessment needs consideration of possible individual factors (the child), family factors, and social / environmental / educational factors.. Attention deficit (hyperactivity) Disorder. These twice exceptional students may have LAYERS of abilities and disabilities that can hide behind each other, deceiving the most discerning observer. . 1. Charlotte Johnston. Presenter Disclosure:. Research funded by CIHR.  . 2005 . MOP 77531. 2010 . MOP 106586. Research funded by SSHRC. 2006 . 401-2006-0120. 2010 . 410-10-0433. Thanks to:. Parenting lab students & assistants. ADHD is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, which is . a broad term, and the condition can vary from person to person. . It is . generally understood to . describe students who have . trouble . Scottish ADHD Coalition Analysis . March 2018. www.scottishadhdcoalition.org. Prescribing data was obtained through a data request to ISD Scotland to add more detail by age and Health Board, based on their publication .