Consequences of Risk Factors in the Development of Gifted Children

There are gifted children within the typical population and within the special population. They face various risk factors that could interfere and inhibit their optimal development. It could be contributed from the aspects of; environmental, emotional, learning disabilities as well as the learning abilities. Risk factors need to be addressed accordingly to prevent gifted children from becoming; underachievers, maladjusted, and live a socially and emotionally deprived life. A conceptual framework on risk factors‟ consequences will be presented. Educational implications and aspects on parenting for the sustenance of human potentials and the building of the nation‟s asset will be discussed.