Your child is different from other kids and he or she knows it. He is high energy and observant. She is aware of problems that escape others. He has a sophisticated sense of humor and asks incessant questions. She is highly sensitive to noise, pain and frustration. He sets high standards for himself and others. She chooses difficult problems over easy ones. 

What do you do for your offspring?

• Facilitate and support their interests
• Talk to them about their issues and get a counselor if necessary
• Consider academic acceleration and/or gifted classes

Gifted individuals can be many things, including fascinating and charming. However, they are often exhausting to be around. Learning how to effectively parent and advocate for such a child is not easy, but it can be highly rewarding. Turning your child onto education and life is an invaluable experience for you both. 

The Survival Guide for Parents of Gifted Kids: How to Understand, Live With and Stick Up For Your Gifted Child by Sally Walker, 2002

This book has a very good discussion of the social emotional issues facing gifted kids. 

Books about gifted kids

books by Sally Walker