ADHD: Children with ADHD may, like gifted children, struggle in school.Be aware that developmental disabilities and giftedness are not mutually exclusive your child can have both. If you believe your child may have autism or ADHD, you should seek medical evaluation. Understanding the differences can help you figure out what exactly is going on. Conditions like autism and ADHD may have symptoms that overlap with traits of gifted children. If your child has difficulty socializing, this does not necessarily mean they are not gifted, and some gifted children are also autistic.Ĭonsider other conditions. While positive social interactions are one sign your child is gifted, it is not the only sign. Their intense interests may make it difficult to interact with others, and gifted children are sometimes misdiagnosed as autistic. However, some gifted children have social difficulties.Due to their advanced knowledge, they can talk to adults, teens, and older children with as much ease as they can communicate with those their own age. Gifted children will be able to interact with people of all ages.A gifted child will rarely feel indifferent in a situation, and will almost always be concerned for the wellbeing of those around them. If your child is gifted, they may be able to easily tell if someone is sad or angry, and may want to understand the reason behind an emotion. A gifted child may be sensitive to other people's emotions.

Gifted children have a unique ability to understand others, and genuinely try to empathize. You can gauge whether a child is gifted based on social interactions. See how your child interacts with others.