She is currently President of the Iowa Talented and Gifted Association and a member of the board of directors of the National Association for Gifted Children. It certainly is exhausting parenting a gifted child, particularly one who is intense and highly verbal with outstanding reasoning abilities. However, all children need the security of knowing there is an adult with wisdom and experience in charge. Many of these confrontations can be avoided if we begin with establishing a positive relationship with the child, and follow some practical guidelines.
Mutual respect builds relationships Mutual respect between parent and child is essential.
If students like themselves, have a positive self-concept, they are less likely to act rebellious. We live in a world of rules. They have a keen sense of justice and tend to be intolerant of those who break the rules. It is important to discuss house rules and family values so children understand the reason for the limitations. They are more likely to comply with the house rules if they understand the rationale, how it will affect them and those around them.