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.
Claudia – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
Liked the information.
Megan – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
It was interesting to see and hear examples of what this may look like in a child.
Laura – Jesus Chapel (verified owner) –
it was really interesting. Listening to this session made really think on judging students to fast.
Sabrina – SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD (verified owner) –
Very informative when it comes to distinguishing if a child has adhd, is gifted, or has both.
April – VICTORIA ISD (verified owner) –
Slower pace than some of the other trainings
Amanda – BOERNE ISD (verified owner) –
Dr. Troxclair is highly knowledgeable and passionate about the needs of gifted learners,
Monica – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
It’s a good challenge to the stereotypes that I think the average person carries about different kinds of neurodivergent kids.
Lewis – BOERNE ISD (verified owner) –
It was very dry.
Deena – VICTORIA ISD (verified owner) –
Much of the information was repetitive.
Elizabeth – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Very informative.