Gifted and twice exceptional "2e"
Twice-Exceptional (2e) Testing for Your Child
Twice-exceptional (2e) children are those who possess high intellectual abilities or gifts in one or more areas while also differences or challenges in other areas (e.g., learning, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, sensory processing, PTSD, etc.). This combination can present unique educational and developmental needs. Identifying and understanding these dual characteristics is important in supporting their development and success. Understanding a child’s complex profile, does not just involve identifying a specific diagnosis or challenge, but also highlighting the child’s exceptional talents or abilities alongside specific challenges or disabilities.
- Exceptional Abilities: This is where the child excels or shows exceptional abilities. This might include academic subjects like math, science, language arts, or creative endeavors like art, music, or problem-solving skills.
- Challenges or Disabilities: These could include learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing issues, or emotional/behavioral disorders. These challenges may impact their learning, behavior, or social interactions.
- Unique Needs: Being twice-exceptional means the child requires a unique approach to education and support. Traditional teaching methods or interventions designed solely for typically developing students or those with disabilities may not effectively meet their needs.
- Advocacy and Support: Advocating for the child within educational settings may involve working closely with teachers, counselors, and other professionals to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan tailored to the child's strengths and challenges.
- Holistic Understanding: Embrace the child's twice-exceptionality involves recognizing and nurturing both their strengths and their areas of need. It's about seeing the whole child and supporting them in all aspects of their development, academically, socially, and emotionally.
- Seeking Resources: Obtain resources such as books, websites, support groups, or organizations specializing in twice-exceptional children. Connecting with other parents who have similar experiences can offer valuable insights and support.
Why Consider 2e Testing?
A comprehensive evaluation can help uncover both the strengths and challenges of your child, providing a holistic understanding of their needs. This process can pave the way for tailored support strategies at school, home, and in other environments, ensuring that your child receives the appropriate resources to flourish.
What Happens During a 2e Evaluation?
Dr. Amber Moreland, Ph.D., a Clinical Psychologist specializing in Psychological and Neuropsychological evaluations, conducts thorough assessments to gather detailed insights about your child. In addition to psychological and neuropsychological testing, Dr. Moreland gathers important information from the caregivers, child, and other supports (e.g., therapists, teachers, medical providers, etc.) to gain a better understanding their emotions, behaviors, strengths, and areas needing support. Here's how this evaluation can benefit your child:
- Highlighting Talents: Discovering and nurturing your child's strengths can boost their self-esteem and help others recognize how these strengths can be leveraged for greater opportunities.
- Understanding Needs: Detailed evaluations help caregivers, teachers, therapists, and other providers understand your child's unique challenges and needs, aiding in accurate diagnoses and effective treatment and educational planning.
- Optimizing Learning: The evaluation provides insights into your child's learning style, helping to create effective learning strategies and accommodations in the classroom to enhance their educational experience.
- Managing Behavior: By answering the critical question of why certain behaviors occur, the evaluation helps develop strategies to manage these behaviors more effectively, promoting a positive environment for growth.
- Targeted Support: Identifying areas where your child needs extra help, such as in managing emotions, behaviors, or social interactions, allows for focused support on what matters most for their development.
- Understanding Feelings: The evaluation can reveal underlying causes of emotions like anger, stress, sadness, or worry. This understanding helps in identifying the right support to improve your child's emotional well-being.
Telehealth Assessments:
In today's digital age, telehealth assessments offer a flexible and accessible way to conduct evaluations, including those for twice-exceptional (2e) children. Through secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual platforms encompassing both audio and video elements, Dr. Amber Moreland, Ph.D., provides comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, ensuring that your child receives the necessary support from the comfort of your home.
Adherence to Guidelines:
To ensure an ethical, sensible, and thoughtful remote evaluation, Dr. Moreland follows the guidelines and recommendations for remote assessments made by the American Psychological Association, Inter Organizational Practice Committee, and test publishers.
Validated Measures:
Although the performance-based assessment measures utilized by Dr. Moreland were initially validated using in-person administration, current research has shown no significant differences for tasks with similar administration and response demands. These measures have received initial validation in several samples for remote telepractice and digital formal administration.
- Living with Intensity: Understanding the Sensitivity, Excitability, and Emotional Development of Gifted Children, Adolescent, and Adults by Susan Daniels, Ph.D. & Michael Piechowski, Ph.D.
- www.Mensa.org(MENSA)
- www.cty.jhu.edu (Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth)
- www.nagc.org (National Association for Gifted Children)
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