Linguistic Analysis of Reddit Forums Related to Giftedness Indicates Mental Health Concerns

Poster Session VI

Keyword: Motivation

Abstract: The perspectives of individuals who participate on several Reddit subgroups related to giftedness were evaluated through qualitative content analysis and linguistic analysis using Linguistic Inquiry and Word Count software. Individuals who participate in these subreddits express mental health struggles, motivation challenges, poor life adjustment skills, and struggles with being twice-exceptional.

• Erin Miller (Presenting Author)
• Jaret Hodges (Author)
• Rory Cantwell (Author)
• Kaliah Moulton (Author)
• Gabriel Wooten (Author)
• Sydney Collins (Author)
• Brandy Sweigart (Author)