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Are you aware of the signs of high intellectual capacity in children? Have you ever
As mothers, we all tend to be a bit biased when evaluating our child’s abilities. But what if
Below we’ll tell you how to know if a child has high intellectual capacities. We’ll also offer
And most importantly, we’ll offer tips to keep your child from getting bored or
precocity. Together, these factors constitute a higher than average intelligence quotient (IQ)
of 130 or above.
Intellectually gifted children make up 2% of the population. This means they have an
The World Health Organization (WHO) indicates that an IQ of 130 or higher is a reflection
One characteristic that tends to stand out in individuals with high intellectual ability is
creativity.
They possess a great level of imagination, making them very versatile people. They also
Life story
Emotional state
Creativity
Intelligence quotient
As the child grows, various aptitudes will stand out and catch your attention. At first, this
may seem disconcerting, but little by little you’ll start to understand why.
These aptitudes will also be very different from those of other children, providing very
important clues.
During early infancy, children are usually not evaluated by a professional. Therefore,
It’s important to keep one thing in mind: The emotional world of these children.
Children with high intellectual capacities tend to live out their emotions with high
intensity. Their reactions may seem exaggerated or disconcerting for most of the people
around them.
Main characteristics
They have a great level of concentration.
Children with high intellectual capacities are competitive, perfectionists, and
demanding of themselves.
They have a difficult time tolerating frustration and managing their anger
correctly.
These children tend to break away from the norm. This isn’t because the child
desires to be disobedient. Rather, these children won’t follow rules or guidelines
that seem illogical or without a good explanation. Therefore, it’s important to
maintain good communication and set clear limits.
Hypersensitivity in at least 1 of the 5 senses. This explains why they’re often
bothered by certain smells or loud music. They may complain about the way
certain clothing feels, or ask for the lights to be turned down, for example.
Psychomotor hypersensitivity. These children seem to have an above average
energy level. They’re hard to wear out and are in constant movement. This is their
way of getting rid of tension. This trait should not be confused
with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).
High intellectual capacity in teens
The characteristics of high intellectual capacity appear before adolescence.
Like all individuals, children with high intellectual capacities need unconditional love
and support.
This is the most important thing you need to know. We need to guide them so they can live
freely in society and enjoy life.
We should teach our children to have fun, relax, and use tact in their dealings with
others.
And we should avoid allowing them to become individuals with a superiority complex or
acting condescending towards others. These attitudes, of course, will get them nowhere.