![]() Gifted children also may feel isolated from their peers as a result of this label, and they have many traits that can serve as a double-edged sword and make them more likely to struggle with depression.įor example, gifted children are typically more sensitive, empathetic, and in tune with their emotions overall. The “gifted” system can encourage harmful, perfectionist beliefs among adolescents. ![]() From that point on not only are the expectations of their teachers increased as a result, but so do their expectations for themselves, which can lead to issues with self-esteem if they’re not meeting those expectations. Simply put, gifted adults are more likely to struggle with depression at some point in their life because they were once gifted adolescents.Ĭhildren are labeled as “gifted” when they’re still very young by the administrators of their school. ![]() Why is this the case, though? And what actions can be taken by gifted adults to help with this problem? Why are gifted adults more susceptible to depression? Those who are considered “gifted” are especially likely to experience depression, particularly existential depression, a type of depression that centers around thoughts about life, death, and meaninglessness as the name might suggest. And, for people who were already feeling that way, COVID-19 has only succeeded in making it worse. Many people are feeling isolated, anxious, and depressed as a result of the pandemic and all the changes it’s brought about. With everyone stuck at home, mental health has been at an all time low this past year. ![]()
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