How To Help Your Gifted Child Thrive
Ever wondered what it truly means to be gifted and how it impacts a child’s life? Join us as we welcome Dr. Andrea Lein, a renowned mental health expert, who shares her inspiring journey from a gifted child in a mixed-race, low-income family to a leading voice in her field.
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Dr. Andrea opens up about her personal battles with depression and anxiety, shedding light on the unique struggles gifted students face across different socio-economic backgrounds. We delve into the complexities of defining ‘giftedness’ and discuss the disparities in the identification and support of gifted children nationwide.
Parenting a gifted child comes with its own set of complexities and rewards. In this episode, we discuss the balance between nurturing intellectual growth and emotional intelligence. Dr. Andrea offers invaluable strategies for supporting gifted children through their unique challenges, from self-esteem issues to social isolation.
Gifted children often grapple with perfectionism and intense emotional reactions. Dr. Andrea provides effective strategies for managing these emotions, including grounding techniques and the importance of accurate diagnosis. We explore the role of physical activities in ensuring emotional well-being and the risks of burnout in high-achieving families. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a deeper understanding of how to support gifted children and their families, fostering environments where they can flourish both intellectually and emotionally.
About Dr. Andrea Lein
Dr. Andrea Lein is a highly respected authority at the intersection of mental health, positive psychology, and giftedness. She has worked with hundreds of high-achieving clients at the top of their fields in the US and from around the world, including CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, professionals, leading academics, authors, and well-known artists and creatives in the music and film industry.
With a Ph.D. in Clinical & School Psychology and an M.Ed. in Educational Psychology specializing in giftedness from the University of Virginia, and 25 years of experience, Andrea is widely regarded by her peers and highly successful professionals seeking guidance for themselves and their families.
In addition to her coaching and consulting practice, Andrea is an accomplished speaker and author who has delivered her message to thousands of people via the stage, local, national, and international media and interviews. Her work has been showcased in publications such as Thrive Global, Authority Magazine, as well as Routledge and Harper Collins. Andrea speaks, writes, and consults on topics ranging from mental health and well-being, positive psychology, giftedness, and emotionally intelligent leadership. With her extensive expertise and powerful personal story, Andrea is a sought-after speaker and consultant who has inspired and empowered thousands of individuals to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives.
Connect with Dr. Andrea
IG: @dr.andrealein
LinkedIn: Andrea Lein, PhD
Website: https://www.andrealein.com/
