Description
“Gifted, ADHD, Either, Neither, or Both?” with Debra Troxclair, Ph.D., will explore the idea that many characteristics that don’t seem “normal” are actually very “typical” traits of giftedness.
In this 1-hour course, you will learn:
- The similarities and differences of characteristics and behaviors of giftedness and ADHD
- Why giftedness is often misdiagnosed as ADHD
- How to help other educators understand what to do if a gifted child is suspected of having ADHD
- Suggestions for supporting the self-concepts of gifted and highly creative children
Visit the TAGT website to learn more about the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented.
Presenter Bio
Dr. Debra Troxclair, Associate Professor in the Teacher Education Department at Lamar University, received her doctoral degree in Special Education (Emphasis in Gifted Education) from the University of Southern Mississippi and has over 20 years of teaching experience in both elementary and university classroom settings. She is a member of several professional associations focusing on giftedness. Dr. Troxclair is currently serving on the Professional Standards Committee and the University Networking Committee of the National Association for Gifted Children. She also serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Texas Association for the Gifted & Talented and is also a member of the Board of Directors for the Council for Exceptional Children-TAG Division.
Mary – DEL VALLE ISD (verified owner) –
This course gave me the broader picture of ADHD and Gifted children and how they may indeed may be misdiagnosed.
Kelley – WYLIE ISD (verified owner) –
Has good info on how to differentiate between GT students and those that have ADHD.
Briane – BURLESON ISD (verified owner) –
Lots of great info!
Sheila – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
I liked the course. It resonated with me because I’ve witnessed these characteristics in gifted learners, and this helps me understand why they have certain behavours.
yvonne – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
I thought this course was very informative about GT students and possibly having ADHD.
Lakesha – SCHERTZ-CIBOLO-U CITY ISD (verified owner) –
GT hours
Aimee – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
It was verey helpful in order to understand the difference between ADHD AND GIFTED STUDENTS.
Ana Maria – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
A very interesting and important workshop to better understand our students.
Heidi – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
Great information
Jessica – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed and learned so much.