Gifted Traits Commonly Misdiagnosed As Mental Health Pathology
Just a random list of common Giftedness Characteristics misdiagnosed as something else
Via SENG - Practice Opportunities with Gifted Children
Attention Deficiency
High Activity Level
Highly Emotional
Frequent Mood Swings
Difficulty with transitions
Impatient
Impulsivity
Interruptive
Argumentative
Reading, writing or arithmetic difficulties
Refusal to do schoolwork
Failing to complete tasks
Sensitivity to clothing textures
Sensitivity to noise
Stubborn
Worrier
Poor eating habits
Poor sleeping habits
Developmental Delays
Atypical Sense of humour











