Concurrent 60 min

Creative, Curious, Capable: Reframing ADHD in Twice-Exceptional Students

Friday, November 14, 2025

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM ET

Location: Convention Center, 320/321

Grade Level: Pre-K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Postsecondary, Professionals

Jennifer Allen, EdD (she/her/hers)

Founder and Executive Director
2edvocate
Kennewick, Washington, United States
LS

Linda F. Silverman, PhD (she/her/hers)

Director
Institute for the Study of Advanced Development
Westminster, Colorado, United States
Amy McDaniel Molina

Child and Adolescent Psychologist
2e Psychology
Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

Short Description: Discover how ADHD presents in twice-exceptional students and how to leverage their strengths for success. This session explores the unique brain differences in gifted individuals with ADHD, strategies for executive function support, and practical recommendations for home and school. Join us to reframe ADHD through a strength-based lens and empower gifted ADHDers to thrive.

Opportunity & Access Track - Sponsored by Multi-Health Systems, Inc.

Learning Objectives:

Analyze the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral differences in twice-exceptional students with ADHD, using current research on brain development and executive functioning.
Differentiate between gifted individuals with and without ADHD by examining social-emotional functioning, self-regulation, and peer relationships.
Apply strength-based strategies, including school accommodations and executive function supports, to foster success for twice-exceptional students with ADHD.