Bonus Archive Ep 022: What Makes a Child Twice Exceptional (2E)?

A child that is both gifted (a 130 IQ, according to the Columbus Group) and has at least one learning disability (LD) may also be referenced as twice exceptional (or 2E).

Dr. Michael Postma is a consultant, speaker, and author dedicated to the holistic development of both gifted and twice-exceptional children. Over the last two decades, Dr. Postma has worked in the field of gifted/talented education as both a teacher and administrator in the Public School system, and was the architect of the Minnetonka Navigator Program, a magnet school for highly and profoundly gifted students. He currently is the Executive Director of the SENG (Supporting the Emotional Needs of Gifted) Organization (SengGifted.org), lives in Surf City, NC and is the father of four children, three of whom are twice-exceptional.

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Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Michael Postma about what it means to be twice exceptional.

Here is what was covered on this special archival episode:

• How does “gifted” interact with learning disabilities?
• The importance of social/emotional development in gifted individuals
• Societal shortcomings in recognizing and addressing challenges for 2E kids

Links Mentioned:

• Five Motivators to Get Anything Done
• Underachiever or Overachiever?
• The Link Between Brain Maturity & Academic Success with ADHD
• Play Your Way to a Higher IQ

Connect with Michael:

• Gifted And Thriving
• Instagram
• Facebook
• LinkedIn

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