Idealism and Depression in the Gifted

$20.00

Presenter: Lori Comallie-Caplan
Core Area: Nature and Needs
Grade Level: Elementary & Secondary
Hours: 1

Nearly all gifted students will experience at least one period of depression. This can arise from their tendency toward perfectionism, creativity, idealism, and passion. These same qualities can be harnessed as strengths to direct a gifted student toward personal growth and success.

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In “Idealism and Depression,” Lori Comallie-Caplan discusses the serious issue of depression in gifted students. Many children experience depression, but what are the unique struggles observed in gifted adolescents? Asynchronous development, social isolation, and existential depression are just a few of the risk factors. Although gifted students are vulnerable to depression, due to their high expectations and idealism, you will find that their strengths can be tapped to help them move toward hope and optimism. 

In this 1-hour course, you will be equipped to:
  • Understand the unique reasons that gifted students struggle with depression
  • Discover how existential depression affects gifted adolescents and its relation to Dabrowski’s Developmental Levels
  • Identify the warning signs of depression in gifted students
  • Learn four strategies for dealing with depression

Presenter Bio

Lori Comallie-Caplan is a New Mexico Licensed Master Social Worker and a Licensed Educational Diagnostician with a Masters Degree in Psychological Counseling. Additionally, she holds Advanced Certification for Mediation from the University of New Mexico School of Law. Ms. Comallie-Caplan has 30 plus years of experience in the field of counseling, coaching evaluation, mediation and educational consultation. She is best known for her work with gifted individuals through the lifespan and frequently provides professional development for school districts and mental health professionals in the social emotional needs of the gifted. 

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324 reviews for Idealism and Depression in the Gifted

  1. Sandra – WORTHINGTON CITY (verified owner) –

    This topic is so important. It not only emphasized awareness but also things to do when existential depression is noted in our students.

  2. Kristin – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –

    I really enjoyed this course!

  3. Sonia – VALLEY VIEW ISD PHARR – REGION 01 (verified owner) –

    Excellent resource in dealing and helping others with depression.

  4. Myleah – Laurel Springs School (verified owner) –

    This is a solid course and an important one for teachers (and parents) of gifted students. I think there were technical aspects that were challenging (the transition between sections is a bit abrupt), but overall, this is a solid course.

  5. Carol – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –

    An important review of depression, and the difference between existential depression and depression. The positive disintegration was important to learn as well.

  6. Jessica – VALLEY VIEW ISD PHARR – REGION 01 (verified owner) –

    Very informative

  7. Ariana – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –

    Very knowledgeable !

  8. Amanda – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –

    Great info. Thanks!

  9. Grace – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –

    informative

  10. Miguel – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –

    great

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