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Author Kennedy, Diane M

Title Bright not broken : gifted kids, ADHD, and autism / Diane M. Kennedy and Rebecca S. Banks with Temple Grandin
Edition 1st ed
Published San Francisco, CA : Jossey-Bass, ©2011

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Description 1 online resource (xxvi, 292 pages) : illustrations
Contents Preface / Temple Grandin -- Introduction / Diane M. Kennedy and Rebecca S. Banks -- Who they are. Twice exceptional : a nontraditional view of giftedness -- Recognizing 2e : a confusing mix of abilities and challenges -- 2e, ADHD, and labels : misunderstanding behaviors and missing deficits -- Autism and 2e : a better understanding of deficits and behaviors -- Why they're stuck. A layman's guide to the DSM : the flawed system that traps our children -- Fact or fallacy : questioning the validity of the ADHD diagnosis -- Misunderstanding the spectrum of autism : an important "e" in 2e -- 2e students and education : too bright, too broken -- How to help them. Diagnosing the whole child : identifying abilities and minimizing deficits -- Educating the whole child : nurturing abilities and supporting challenges -- Conclusion : ensuring the best future of our brightest minds
Summary "Why Twice-Exceptional Kids Are Stuck and How to Help ThemBright, talented children diagnosed with developmental or learning disorders are known as "Twice Exceptional" (or 2e). Because giftedness and disability often mask one another, many 2e kids aren't identified by our current mental health and educational systems--and as a result they don't receive the therapies or special educational services that can minimize their challenges and build on their talents. Despite their giftedness, 2e children often underachieve, drop out, and have poor life outcomes. Bright Not Broken offers parents and professionals proven alternatives for identifying and supporting 2e children. This revolutionary book will resonate with parents and teachers everywhere, showing that there is hope for bright children who have been misunderstood and misdiagnosed. Addresses fundamental problems in our current mental health and education systems and how these impact 2e children Offers hope for 2e children and shows how to develop their true potential Contributor Temple Grandin is an internationally known advocate for individuals with autism This important resource shows parents and educators how to help 2e children become capable adults"--Provided by publisher
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes Print version record
Subject Children with disabilities -- Care.
Gifted children -- Care
Exceptional children -- Care
Families.
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS -- Children with Special Needs.
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS -- Learning Disabilities.
Children with disabilities -- Care
Exceptional children -- Care
Families
Gifted children -- Care
Form Electronic book
Author Banks, Rebecca S
Grandin, Temple
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