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Sunday, February 23 • 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Giftedness and Managing Anxiety

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Research has shown that gifted individuals have higher emotional sensitivity, coupled with a heightened level of analytical thinking. The combination of increased sensitivity and analysis can result in greater anxiety. This presentation will describe the conditions that can predispose a gifted individual to intense anxiety. As well as methods for reducing and managing anxiety for a more serene life.
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Dr. Cynthia Geary

Professor, California State Polytechnic University, Pomonaa
Dr. Cynthia Geary joined California State Polytechnic University, Pomona’s Teacher Education Department in 2013. She instructs the multiple subject CalTPA preparation course, as well as methods and foundation courses. Her areas of research include culturally relevant instruction... Read More →

Sunday February 23, 2020 12:00pm - 12:45pm PST
Smoketree D
  Affective Development: Social & Emotional, Giftedness: Characteristics/Behaviors/Identification