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#208: Twice Exceptional Kids and ADHD: What Parents Need to Know
Description
Parenting twice exceptional (2e) kids with ADHD comes with unique challenges and incredible strengths. In this episode, gifted education specialist Chris Wiebe shares practical tips for supporting 2e children, from leaning into their strengths to finding mentors they can connect with. Chris describes how parents can help twice exceptional kids thrive at school and at home. This episode is packed with encouragement and realistic strategies for families raising twice exceptional kids.
MEET DR. CHRIS WIEBE
Chris Wiebe, Ed.D., is an educator specializing in twice-exceptional (2e) students - those who are gifted and have developmental differences like ADHD. After seven years as a classroom teacher, he moved into administration, designing curriculum, supporting neurodiverse learners and families, and serving as managing editor for an online 2e education publication. He co-authored a chapter on institutional programming for 2e students published by Oxford University Press and has written on pedagogy, technology, and diversity in higher education. After nearly 20 years in 2e education, Dr. Wiebe became the parent of a gifted son with ADHD.
LINKS + RESOURCES
Recommended books on Twice Exceptional Learners
Bridges Academy Online (online high school specifically for 2e students)
Bridges Graduate School (certifications and degrees in neurodiversity education)
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