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Title
Gifted Children with Asperger's Syndrome
Author
Maureen Neihart
Summary
This online article argues that gifted children on the autism spectrum sometimes go unidentified and suggests characteristics which may distinguish gifted individuals on the autism spectrum from gifted typically-developing individuals. The article also provides information about domains in which gifted children on the autism spectrum might require support - namely, sensory integration therapy (SIT), social skills training, and behavior problems.
Language
English
Subjects
School-Age
Publisher
National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)
DateModified
12/30/2022 7:38 PM EST