Category: Social & Emotional Development

Communication
Emily Villamar-Robbins

Legal Tools for Supporting the Emotional Needs of Gifted Students

SENG Community Groups (SCGs)1 support parents in understanding and meeting the emotional needs of their children, often resulting in stronger communication and connections at home. In some cases, however, a school environment may also need adjustment. When school contributes to a child’s emotional challenges, parents may wonder whether their school

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Communication
Jerald Grobman, M.D.

You Missed the Opening Chapters—But the Story Isn’t Over

If you were unable to attend the first two seminars in the SENG Signature Mental Health Seminar Series, there is no need to despair. These sessions are designed as an ongoing conversation, and there are many opportunities to join us with a monthly focus on specific topics.   I have

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Counselors & Counseling
Yekaterina (Katrina) O’Neil

Building Resilience: Helping Kids Overcome Bullying

The author shares her firsthand experiences witnessing bullying against her twice- and thrice-exceptional children in public school—and how shifting to a supportive homeschooling community fostered resilience, empathy, and belonging. Through nature programs, volunteering, art, and shared reading, her family learned to transform difference into strength and authentic self-acceptance.

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Education & Homeschooling
June Han

Easing the Affordability to a Custom College-Admissions Journey for Gifted Learners

This post describes an affordable, AI-augmented college-admissions counseling service designed for gifted students and SENG families. It outlines accessible, year-round guidance replacing costly private coaches, six focus areas (academics, extracurriculars, honors, financial aid, college lists, applications), and an invitation to try discounted support.

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Over-excitabilities
Nisia Patalan

Understanding and Supporting Sensory Sensitivities in Gifted Individuals

This article explains sensory sensitivities in gifted individuals, describing eight senses, diverse sensory profiles (seekers, avoiders, low registration, sensitivity), links to overexcitability theory, and practical supports: environmental adjustments, regulation strategies (activators/settlers), tailored interventions, and physical tools to manage sensory overload.

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Education & Homeschooling
seng_derek

Understanding Socio-Emotional Learning Through a Cultural Lens: A Focus on Racial Identity Development

This article argues educators should integrate culture into socio-emotional learning (SEL) to support racial identity development for students of color. It defines self-esteem, self-concept, and racial identity, reviews Nigresence Theory, and offers recommendations such as bibliotherapy, mentoring, and culturally responsive training.

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Adult Giftedness
Lin Lim, Ph.D.

Creating Space for Acceptance and Growth

The author reflects on the importance of creating safe, supportive spaces for mental health and growth, describing how such environments foster belonging, resilience, and agency. She offers practical prompts and small actions to cultivate and sustain safe spaces for oneself and others, emphasizing shared responsibility.

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Education & Homeschooling
Dr. Gayle Bentley

Navigating the Diverse Paths of Twice-Exceptional Autistic Teenagers

Author reflects on supporting twice-exceptional autistic teenagers, emphasizing asynchronous development, individualized timelines, and centering students’ goals. She advocates collaborative planning, fostering self-advocacy, and flexible transitions—such as community college pathways—to build independence while honoring each student’s aspirations.

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Counselors & Counseling
Ilse Gevaert

Bridging Two Worlds: A Guide to Supporting Twice-Exceptional Children

Twice-exceptional children combine high intelligence with learning differences and are often misunderstood. This guide outlines misconceptions, brain differences, and distinctive strengths, then offers practical strategies—strength-based learning, assistive technology, emotional support, breaks, and community—to help 2e students bridge challenges and reach their potential.

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