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gifted-teen coaching What is Gifted-Teen Coaching? There is also a good chance, since you've landed on this page, that the sparkle becomes tarnished at times. What many people don't know or understand is that parenting a gifted child (regardless of their gift) can often be as confusing as parenting a child with a learning disability (and sometimes they are one and the same child!) Gifted children may start out very well adjusted and some continue on this path to success in an effortless and joyful manner. Many, however, are plagued by self-doubt and low self-esteem. They are often ill prepared and thus ill equipped to handle disappointment and imperfection. They can be hypersensitive and fearful. Then there are the ones who are arrogant and defiant, expecting you, the parent, to excuse their rudeness because they are "special." If you or your teen is overwhelmed, to whom do you turn? While the schools your children attend may be wonderful, the truth is that school personnel do not have the time nor do they have the resources to give you and/or your child the attention, guidance, and support that you deserve. That's where I come in – I help families with gifted teens who are underachieving, over-irritating, or both! (By the way, if you laughed, you know what I'm talking about!)
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