Insights to Help Gifted Learners Find Their Flow

ADHD diagnoses among Australian school-aged children have risen noticeably over the past decade. Do you ever wonder what’s behind this trend? This shift tells a positive story of progress in understanding, managing and supporting these children, however there is still much more we can do. Doctors and psychologists now have a much better awareness of the range and complexity of ADHD presentations, and diagnostic tools have significantly improved in recent years. Many children

Underachievement is one of the most highly researched topics in gifted education. Not all gifted students excel academically, and some of...

The foundational concept of Flow Education draws inspiration from the pioneering work of psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. While completing my Master’s of Gifted Education, I delved into Csikszentmihalyi's work and discovered the transformative power of 'flow'. Reflecting on my time as an adolescent, I recall moments of 'flow' in my musical pursuits, particularly through playing the guitar. Conversely, my brother found his own state of 'flow' in activities such as swimmin