Social and Emotional Development of Gifted Youth
Wednesday, September 27, 2023, 6:30-8:00pm
via Zoom
Presenter: Edward R. Amend, Psy.D., The Amend Group
Supported by MCGT's RAVE and Rochester Chapters
Asynchronous development, sensitivity, and intensity in gifted youth can affect their social and emotional growth. Uncertainty fuels frustration, perfectionism, and anxiety for some as they struggle to adjust to the world around them. Loss, trauma, and existential concerns complicate their situation. Join us as we explore strategies for managing frustration, building resilience, and supporting the social and emotional development of gifted and 2e youth. Ideas for self-care to recharge in the wake of the challenges that come with teaching and raising these amazing kids will also be reviewed.
Edward R. Amend, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist at The Amend Group in Lexington, KY, where he focuses on the social, emotional, and educational needs of gifted, twice-exceptional, and neurodivergent youth, adults, and their families. Dr. Amend has authored articles, book chapters, columns, and award-winning books about gifted children. He presents nationally and internationally, and his service has included various roles with the Kentucky Association for Gifted Education, the National Association for Gifted Children, SENG (Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted), and The G-WORD film’s Advisory Board.
When: Wednesday, September 27, 2023, 6:30-8:00pm, Online via Zoom
Zoom link will be emailed to registrants the day before the event.
Who: All those interested in supporting gifted students – parents, educators, other caregivers and professionals welcome!
Cost:
$10 for MCGT members
Video Recording is available to MCGT members for four months after the event.
$25 for non-members
Access to recording after the event is not available to non-members.
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Financial assistance is available from the Betty Johnson Scholarship Fund: Families with gifted and talented children should not be restricted in their participation in MCGT activities because of limited funds. Therefore, the MCGT Board will accept requests for financial assistance which would enable families to attend events sponsored by MCGT, such as the annual conference or speaker events. MCGT also accepts requests for financial assistance for MCGT membership fees.
Submit a request from the Betty Johnson Scholarship Fund
Questions? Email info@mcgt.net