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It's not unusual for adults (especially parents of gifted children) to recognize characteristics of giftedness in themselves. Suddenly it becomes clear that feelings of isolation, of being "different," or disillusionment with school may have been intensified by unrecognized giftedness. Fortunately, it's never too late to develop abilities, find new interests, or hone skills.
 

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There is a list of readings for gifted adults.

The Rocamora School is a non-profit organization with ongoing educational resources, including classes, for gifted and talented adults.

You can sign up for the gifted adults online support community at: http://www.gtworld.org/gtadultlist.html


These 3 books offer different perspectives on adult giftedness:

The Gifted Adult: A revolutionary guide for liberating everyday genius by Mary-Elaine Jacobsen (2000, Ballantine Books)

Gifted Grownups: The mixed blessings of extraordinary potential by Marylou Kelly Streznewski (1999, John Wiley & Sons)

Gifted Children Grown Up by Joan Freeman (2001, David Fulton Publishers)