Neuroscience of Giftedness: Uncovering Brain Differences and the Challenges of High Potential
Neuroscience has uncovered the unique characteristics of the brains of gifted individuals, revealing structural and functional differences that contribute to their exceptional abilities, but also present specific challenges. Neuroimaging studies point to an increase in the volume and connectivity of the prefrontal cortex, the area responsible for executive functions such as attention, planning and decision-making, […]