EPISODE · Mar 5, 2026 · 6 MIN
Episode 9: Anxiety in Gifted and Twice-Exceptional Kids
from Echo No More: Big Brains, Big Feelings: Trauma Informed Conversations · host Dr. Karolina James
Why does your brilliant child worry so much?In this episode, we explore why anxiety is so common in gifted andtwice-exceptional (2e) kids. Advanced thinking paired with an immature nervoussystem can create big “what if” fears, perfectionism, and emotional overload.You’ll learn:· Whyanxiety often looks like control, refusal, or physical complaints· Howreassurance can sometimes make anxiety stronger· Whatactually builds tolerance and resilience over timeAnxiety doesn’t mean something is wrong with your child. It meanstheir mind is powerful—and their nervous system needs support.
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Why does your brilliant child worry so much?In this episode, we explore why anxiety is so common in gifted andtwice-exceptional (2e) kids. Advanced thinking paired with an immature nervoussystem can create big “what if” fears, perfectionism, and emotional overload.You’ll learn:· Whyanxiety often looks like control, refusal, or physical complaints· Howreassurance can sometimes make anxiety stronger· Whatactually builds tolerance and resilience over timeAnxiety doesn’t mean something is wrong with your child. It meanstheir mind is powerful—and their nervous system needs support.
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