This document discusses twice exceptional or 2E gifted children, who are intellectually gifted but also have a disability such as dyslexia, ADHD, or autism. Around 0.5% of children have this dual exceptionality. The document outlines some of the challenges 2E children face, such as being overlooked as gifted or misdiagnosed due to focusing on their disability. It provides characteristics of 2E children and advises that if a parent suspects their child is 2E, they should seek educational testing by a psychologist. The document recommends challenging 2E children academically and encouraging their strengths while also supporting their specific needs. It provides contact information for a mother of a 2E child who can offer more help and

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2. Overview
• What is 2E ?
• What does it mean?
• The Disabilities
• 2E Problems
• How do I know my chid is 2E
• 2E – Help

3. 2E
Twice Exceptional
Dual Exceptional

4. “Bright but not Broken”

5. What does 2E mean?
Intellectually Gifted Children with a
Disability
Approximately 0.5%

6. The Disabilities
• Visual Disorder
• Dyslexia
• Auditory processing disorder
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Tourette Syndrome
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Sensory processing disorder
• Depression
• Asperger syndrome
• Anxiety

7. 2E’s – Problems !
Not recognised as Gifted
•Average Student
•Learning Problems (negative)
•Lazy – “Try Harder”
•Not superior in any area

8. Assumptions about Giftedness
Doesn’t fit syndrome
…..misdiagnosed !

9. Unidentified 2E Child
Misunderstood
Frustrated

10. How do I know if my child is 2E?
Varied
Class clown
No friends – socialisation issue
Quite bright but difficulties

11. 2E Child CHARACTERISTICS
Strengths Deficits
•Superior vocabulary •Poor social skills
•Advanced ideas and opinions •High sensitivity to criticism
•High levels of creativity and problem-solving ability •Lack of organizational and study skills
•Extremely curious, imaginative, and inquisitive •Discrepant verbal and performance skills
•Wide range of interests not related to school •Poor performance in one or more academic areas
•Penetrating insight into complex issues •Difficulty with written expression
•Specific talent or consuming interest area •Stubborn, opinionated demeanour
•Sophisticated sense of humour •High impulsivity
Higgins, L. D. & Nielsen, M. E. (2000). Responding to the Needs of Twice-Exceptional Learners: A School District and University’s Collaborative Approach. In K. Kay, (Ed.), Uniquely Gifted: Identifying and Meeting the Needs
of the Twice-Exceptional Student (pp. 287-303). Gilsum, NH: Avocus Publishing. Wikipedia

12. •Teachers cannot diagnose !
•ASAP Test by Educational Psychologist
I think my child is 2E

13. ENCOURAGE
&
CHALLENGE ACADEMICALLY
My Child is 2E – Help !

14. Mother of 2E child & a great friend!
Knows Everything about 2E!
www.unconditionally.com.au
Briony Van Loon

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