Sometimes, this produces a creative, individualistic adult. Often, though, they experience the chronic strain of trying to compensate, and the shame of low achievement. The gifted student may be eager to know more about his diagnosis. In some cases, the clinician and family watch in amazement as the student takes the information and runs with it. A better understanding makes it easier to develop coping strategies.
Treatment is often multi-modal.
Many treatments are similar to those recommended for individuals of average intelligence. These can include medication, behavioral programming and therapy. For some students, this may decrease or even eliminate the need for educational accommodation. Such a student may be excited and relieved when truly able to experience his great talents. In other cases, modifications are arranged on an informal basis.