Twice-Exceptional (2e) Defined
A twice-exceptional individual is one who possesses an outstanding
gift or talent in intellectual abilities, academics, music, or the
arts and is capable of high performance, but who has a condition
or disability (e.g., ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, Asperger’s Syndrome)
that weakens his/her performance in another area or areas. Twice-exceptional
individuals often have unique academic, emotional, and behavioral
needs. A comprehensive psychological assessment can help to determine
the specific strengths and weaknesses of these students and identify
recommendations that help them capitalize on their strengths and
overcome their challenges.
Benefits of an Assessment for Twice-Exceptional
(2e) Students
The psychologist you work with will help:
- Identify the most appropriate educational environment for your
child that will address his or her level of giftedness as well
as specific area(s) of disability
- Gain a better understanding of your child's unique intellectual,
academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs
- Obtain useful strategies and recommended interventions tailored
for your child based on his or her specific pattern of strengths
and weaknesses
- Obtain educational program recommendations for GT program admission
as well as special education/504 services and accommodations
ApaCenter Assessments for Identifying
Twice-Exceptional (2e) Students
In addition to the above measures used in evaluations for
giftedness, ApaCenter assessments for identifying twice-exceptional
students also include:
- Clinical interviews · Standardized tests of visual and auditory
attention
- A more in-depth look at achievement in areas of suspected difficulty
(e.g., reading fluency in expected cases of hidden dyslexia)
- Standardized tests of memory and learning when needed
- Behavior checklists completed by parents, teachers, and student
- Psychological/projective measures as warranted
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