Gifted children with AD/HD, Asperger syndrome, and other learning deficits Lovecky, Deirdre V. 1945- creator text bibliography enk London Jessica Kingsley 2004 monographic eng

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525 p. ; 23 cm. Recognising the different levels and kinds of giftedness, this book provides an insight into the challenges and benefits specific to gifted children with attention difficulties. The author guides parents and professionals through methods of diagnosis and advises on how best to nurture individual needs. The gifted child -- Attention deficits part I: attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder -- Attention deficits part II: asperger syndrome -- Cognitive issues: how those with a different mind think -- Finding flow: the wellspring of creative endeavor -- Emotional intelligence and emotional giftedness -- Social cognition and interpersonal relationships -- Moral development: moral reasoning and compassion. Deirdre V. Lovecky. Formerly CIP. Includes bibliographical references (p. 488-506) and indexes. Gifted children Mental health Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder Asperger's syndrome RJ507.G55 L68 2004 618.928589 9781853029646 (pbk) : 2003026799 http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0412/2003026799.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0412/2003026799.html StDuBDS 031210 20260804130416.0 BDZ0006011501