Screening Opportunities for High Abilities through Overexcitabilities, Executive Functions, Perfectionism, and Leadership

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Title: Screening Opportunities for High Abilities through Overexcitabilities, Executive Functions, Perfectionism, and Leadership
Language: English
Authors: Daniel Virtus-Palacios (ORCID 0000-0003-3646-5064), Martha Lucía Orozco Gómez
Source: Gifted Education International. 2025 41(3):361-381.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 21
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Personality Problems, Academically Gifted, Screening Tests, Equal Education, Access to Education, Gender Differences, Peer Groups, Comparative Analysis, Barriers, Executive Function, Leadership, Rating Scales, Enrichment Activities, Universities, Foreign Countries
Geographic Terms: Spain
DOI: 10.1177/02614294251347946
ISSN: 0261-4294
2047-9077
Abstract: There is a lack of identification in high abilities, usually due to the lack of economic and temporal resources. One of the possibilities for addressing this issue is the creation of screening methods. This study explores the possibilities of a gender-neutral screening tool based on leadership, executive functions, overexcitability, and perfectionism. Using a quantitative methodology, the study examined differences among male and female highly able students and their non-identified peers. Results revealed no statistically significant differences across the groups, suggesting no difference in those abilities and limited screening possibilities. Logistic regression further indicated that the used tools lacked predictive power for identifying high abilities. These findings highlight the need for refined screening methods that address resource limitations, gender biases, and systemic barriers. Future research should focus on developing effective tools to identify highly able students and ensure equitable access to tailored educational support.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2025
Accession Number: EJ1481282
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:There is a lack of identification in high abilities, usually due to the lack of economic and temporal resources. One of the possibilities for addressing this issue is the creation of screening methods. This study explores the possibilities of a gender-neutral screening tool based on leadership, executive functions, overexcitability, and perfectionism. Using a quantitative methodology, the study examined differences among male and female highly able students and their non-identified peers. Results revealed no statistically significant differences across the groups, suggesting no difference in those abilities and limited screening possibilities. Logistic regression further indicated that the used tools lacked predictive power for identifying high abilities. These findings highlight the need for refined screening methods that address resource limitations, gender biases, and systemic barriers. Future research should focus on developing effective tools to identify highly able students and ensure equitable access to tailored educational support.
ISSN:0261-4294
2047-9077
DOI:10.1177/02614294251347946