The Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted Children: Implications for Family Counseling

The authors examine the psychosocial dilemmas faced by gifted children and their families and provide family counseling strategies. Definitions and characteristics of giftedness are summarized. Life span and social constructionist frameworks are used for working with gifted clients.

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Published in:The Family journal (Alexandria, Va.) Va.), 2001-10, Vol.9 (4), p.384-390
Main Authors: Fornia, Gwen L., Frame, Marsha Wiggins
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Children
Emotions
Families & family life
Family Therapy
Gifted
Gifted children
Psychology
Psychosocial Factors
Social Constructionism
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Summary:The authors examine the psychosocial dilemmas faced by gifted children and their families and provide family counseling strategies. Definitions and characteristics of giftedness are summarized. Life span and social constructionist frameworks are used for working with gifted clients.
ISSN:1066-4807
1552-3950
DOI:10.1177/1066480701094005