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.
Melissa – VICTORIA ISD (verified owner) –
The course was eye opening to aspects of comparing ADHD & GT that I had not considered given my personal experiences with both in my family. I appreciated the addressing how both manifest from different angles including judgement lag & emotion, which often take a back seat to the physical, social, & Intellectual significance.
Kate – BLANCHESTER LOCAL (verified owner) –
It was very dry and sometimes hard to follow.
yolanda – LOS FRESNOS CISD (verified owner) –
very helpful
Monica – BOERNE ISD (verified owner) –
Very interesting. Would have been beneficial to have with one of my students this pass school year.
Christy – Private Pay (verified owner) –
Very recommended course.
Caroline – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
This has been the best course. It really gets down to what giftedness is, the misdiagnoses, and telling giftedness apart from ADD/ADHD.
Jodi – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
Excellent. I feel seen and heard.
Shelly – VICTORIA ISD (verified owner) –
Interesting information
Stephanie – BOERNE ISD (verified owner) –
Interesting topic!
Cheyenne – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
This course has tons of information that is very beneficial to anyone who works with gifted and ADHD students.