Once you're an adult, it doesn't matter whether you're gifted - you can make your own choices about activities, environment and company, so you no longer need the crude label that is used to signal that the usual lock-step school environment won't be a good fit. Forget the label, nurture your talents, enjoy your life! And if you have children, come back if you need advice getting them a good environment and support, because yes, some children are gifted - e.g., need a fast pace of instruction - without necessarily doing well on school screening tests or making their needs obvious.
