Posted by octopusprime on December 23, 2003, at 20:27:02
In reply to Re: Giftedness, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, and Asperger's, posted by Minnie-Haha on December 23, 2003, at 19:57:24
Minnie-Haha:
While giftedness usually comes with its own set of problems, stunted motor skills development is generally not one of them - I would look into this more carefully if I was you.
One can be simultaneously gifted and diagnosed with mental illness. I was identified as gifted as a child, and accomodated in the classroom. As an adult I required psychiatric treatment for depression. The two conditions are not exclusive.
My mother said I was a difficult child to raise, and I believe her, so I can empathize with your struggle a bit. I did have problems adjusting socially as a kid, but it was pretty run-of-the-mill stuff. I had an "Ugly Duckling" syndrome as a child, followed by teenage rebellion.
A follow-up to your first post: for whom are you seeking the IQ test? I'm not sure that quantifying brightness benefits adults much. Adults must make their own intellectual accommodations.
Personally, I find that I have to engage in creative pursuits to keep myself from going bananas, and I'm considering returning to school just for the mental gymnastics. You don't have to be "identified" to take advantage of these opportunities. It's not like you can put it on your resume.
Sorry if I can't help you specifically with your queries, but I've been there. "Touched with Fire" is an interesting book on the subject.
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