Meet the social, emotional, and educational needs of gifted students with the fifth edition of this classic bestseller.Support the social, emotional, and educational needs of gifted students with the fifth edition of The Gifted Teen Survival Guide, a one-of-a-kind book full of sage advice to help teens understand themselves, relate well with others, and reach their potential in life. The fifth edition continues to be the ultimate teen guide to thriving in a world that doesn’t always support or understand high ability. Based on surveys from more than 1,400 teens, The Gifted Teen Survival Guide covers the topics that gifted teens want and need to know about. Full of surprising facts, cutting-edge research, revealing quizzes and survey results, step-by-step strategies, inspiring quotes and stories, and insightful expert essays, the guide gives readers the tools they need to appreciate their giftedness as an asset and use it to make the most of who they are. The fifth edition has been revised to meet the needs of gifted students today, including:Updated information about changes in education and in society, such as:the thinking about twice-exceptionality and multiple intelligencesterminology of autism spectrum disorderequity in gifted programs and underserved gifted studentshomeschoolinggender and sexualitymental healthNew research findings about brain development in gifted teensA wealth of additional resources including books, publications, associations, programs, websites, and much moreSections on concepts such as mindfulness, meditation, introversion, and intensitiesExploration into school-related topics, such as online schooling, taking a gap year after high school, going to college, and finding scholarshipsUp-to-date guidelines for socializing online and using social mediaWith more than a quarter million copies in print, The Gifted Teen Survival Guide is essential reading for gifted teens, their parents, teachers, counselors, and anyone who cares about smart, talented, curious young people. Part of Self-Help for Teens®Free Spirit is the leading publisher of learning tools that support teens’ social and emotional health. 

Gifted kids are so much more than test scores and grades. Still, it’s sometimes difficult to see past the potential to the child who may be anxious, lonely, confused, or unsure of what the future might bring. This book, now fully revised with updated information and new survey quotes, offers practical suggestions for addressing the social and emotional needs of gifted students. The authors present ways to advocate for gifted education; help gifted underachievers, perfectionists, and twice-exceptional students; and provide all gifted kids with a safe, supportive learning environment. Complete with engaging stories, strategies, activities, and resources, this book is for anyone committed to helping gifted students thrive. Includes online digital content.