Question

Which of the following is not a characteristic of gifted children?

• A. High achievement motivation
• B. Persistence
• C. Low achievement
• D. Above average intelligence

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Low achievement

There are several psychological factors that can contribute to low academic achievement in children, including: 

• Self-esteem

  Children who don't perform as well as they expect in school may develop poor self-esteem. 

• Motivational reasons

  Some reasons for low achievement include fear of failure, lack of ambition, lack of responsibility, and combativeness. 

• Mental health issues

  Depression, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and attention disorder can all affect academic performance. 

• Learning disabilities

  Learning disabilities can include dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. 

• School climate

  Factors like heavy homework, strict teacher requirements, and fierce competition among classmates can lead to low achievement. 

• Conduct disorders

  Conduct disorders, hyperactivity, and peer relationship problems can contribute to low performance. 

Poor academic performance can also lead to psychological difficulties in later life.

Gifted children have many psychological characteristics, including: 

• Cognitive abilities

  Gifted children have high cognitive abilities and can reason and think abstractly above their age level. They can absorb information quickly and may have a detailed memory. 

• Creative thinking

  Gifted children are confident in their ability to think outside the box. They may be inventive, have a strong ability to imagine, and have a keen sense of humor. 

• Problem-solving

  Gifted children are often effective problem solvers and can notice details that others might miss. 

• Curiosity

  Gifted children are curious and ask a lot of questions. They may have a natural interest in some area where their attention and focus becomes very strong. 

• Sensitivity and empathy

  Gifted children may have strong emotional reactions and a deep sense of empathy. They may be more susceptible to feelings of frustration, anxiety, or perfectionism. 

• Perfectionism

  Gifted children can be perfectionists and set very high standards for themselves. They can be easily frustrated which can lead to difficult behaviors, even tantrums. 

• Enjoy learning

  Gifted children tend to enjoy learning and think of it as a fun experience.