Welcome Mosaic Mama,
I'm glad you found us. Have you thought about getting testing for DD? I've never hear of this one, but I would guess that knowing that others would hate to hear what I have to say could cause a habit of close-mouthness. Growing up I was quite aware of my teachers and classmates cringing inwardly when I raised my hand in school. I happen to be off-the-charts extroverted, so I never stopped - but it did slow me down and confused my self-image. I'd love to see if she would be more talkative in a all-gifted environment. Does your local university or state gifted association run saturday classes?
Did she do daycare or preschool? What was it like then? What about playdates at your house?
Seems like a visit to a really really experienced Gifted Specialist is in order. Does the school know she speaks at home? Are they pushing you to get on the 'doctor-go-round?'
It sure is true that some gifted kids are quite anxious. Some are so intense that when they are happy, they are off the charts with happiness, and when they are worried they are off the charts with anxiety, and when they are sad or frustrated, they are off the charts with depression. I'm not sure if that is the same as 'anxiety.'
Are you or DH unusually shy or anxious? Aunts or Uncles?
Is this whole thing freaking you out?
Love and More Love,
Grinity
