Different minds: gifted children with AD/HD, Asperger syndrome, and other learning deficits
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Main Author: Lovecky, Deirdre V. (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: London Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2004
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Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (p. 488-506) and indexes
The gifted child -- Attention deficits part I: attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder -- Attention deficits part II: asperger syndrome -- Cognitive issues: how those with a different mind think -- Finding flow: the wellspring of creative endeavor -- Emotional intelligence and emotional giftedness -- Social cognition and interpersonal relationships -- Moral development: moral reasoning and compassion
Through recognizing the different levels and kinds of giftedness, this book provides an insight into the challenges and benefits specific to gifted children with attention difficulties. Explaining why certain children are gifted and how giftedness is manifested, each chapter on a specific topic addresses the relevance for children with AD/HD and Asperger Syndrome. Lovecky guides parents and professionals through methods of diagnosis and advises on how best to nurture individual needs, positive behavior and relationships at home and at school. Lovecky explores concepts such as asynchrony and th
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (525 p.)
ISBN:1423710053
1846420350
1853029645
9781423710059
9781846420351
9781853029646

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