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ADHD or GIFTED?
Two independent studies one on ADHD children and the other
on gifted children. Both showed very similiar characteristics.
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Two interesting studies done, one by Barkley in
1990 where he notes six characteristic associated with ADHD.
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Another study on behaviors associated with gifted
children by Webb in 1993 states the following as characteristics:
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1. Diminished persistence on tacks not having immediate
consequences.
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1. Poor attention, boredom, daydreaming in specific
situations.
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2. Impulsivity, poor delay of gratification.
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2. Low tolerance for persistence on tasks that seem
irrelevant.
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3. Impaired adherence to commands to regulate or
inhibit behavior in social contexts.
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3. Judgment lags behind development of intellect.
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4. Difficulty adhering to rules and regulations.
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4. Intensity may lead to power struggles with authorities.
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Sharon Jeffus Chap Newsletter, Winter 99'
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5. High activity, may need less sleep.
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6. Questions rules, customs and traditions.
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