A Phenomenological Study of the Social/Emotional Characteristics of Gifted Learning Disabled Children.
Journal for the Education of the Gifted
Short Title:
Journal for the Education of the Gifted
Format:
Journal Article
Publication Date:
1992/01/01/
Pages:
55 - 72
Sources ID:
91201
Notes:
Accession Number: EJ457382; Intended Audience: Practitioners; Language: English; Reference Count: 0; Journal Code: CIJJUN1993; Level of Availability: Not available from ERIC; Publication Type: Academic Journal; Publication Type: Report; Entry Date: 1993
Visibility:
Public (group default)
Abstract:
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Interviews with 4 gifted learning-disabled boys, (aged 9 to 12), their parents, and their teachers identified themes in their social/emotional development including interpersonal relationships, self-concept, and learning characteristics. Unique characteristics included a powerful fear of failure, inconsistent social skills, and a fluctuating self image. Educational implications are drawn. (DB)