Gifted Issues Discussion homepage Forums General Discussion Do some gifted children hothouse themselves?

Do some gifted children effectively hothouse themselves?

It seems to me that gifted children are often passionate about learning, and often focus that passion on a single interest.

I'm left wondering if the difference between hothousing, and accommodating the interests of a gifted child is simply a question of motivation.

I had never heard the term before I joined this forum, and I'm curious to learn exactly what it's supposed to mean. Thanks in advance for your help.