Evaluation for Giftedness
A comprehensive psychological evaluation for giftedness involves assessing various cognitive abilities to identify exceptional intellectual potential. This may include:
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Clinical Interview: A detailed interview with the individual and their caregivers to gather developmental history, academic achievements, interests, and observations of exceptional abilities.
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Review of Records: Examination of medical, developmental, and educational records to understand the individual's history and previous assessments.
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Intellectual Assessment: Administration of standardized tests to assess cognitive abilities.
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Feedback and Recommendations: Providing feedback to caregivers about assessment findings and recommendations for educational enrichment.
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Formal Written Report: A detailed report summarizing assessment results, diagnostic impressions, and specific recommendations for educational opportunities and support strategies to nurture the individual's gifted abilities.​​