Deborah L. Ruf, Ph.D., is a specialist in intelligence assessment and individualized interpretations and guidance for both gifted children and adults. Her research, writing, and speaking focuses on school and educational issues as well as related social and emotional adjustments for gifted children particularly those at the highest levels of giftedness.
… and some ways you can help to stop it As someone who works with incredibly able, intelligent people, many of them are one form of scientist or another. First,
Extroversion, being male, and having a sister are a triple whammy for most boys during their school years! See why. Over 35 years of working with and studying children and
I want to make a difference in areas I care about From time to time someone writes to me asking for guidance. Sometimes they catch me at the right time
You can’t be proactive until you know what’s already available or happening. I deal with giftedness, remember, so this post is about that kind of child and family. Where Do
What my newest book is about First, I apologize for not letting you know enough about this book when I set the publication date of October 26, 2024. I was
… and What is School Choice? I’m talking about going to traditional schools. Back in my active speaking, consulting, and test evaluation days, I started many of my speeches by
How much does previous background and “good fit” affect their options and choices by the time they finish high school? Level One people are in the moderately to gifted range
You already know your child is ahead of agemates. How do you select the best school? I retired from my consultancy in 2018 because I wanted to write follow-up books
And it’s a Zoom online proctored by their smart phone exam! In keeping with my theme of “Through the Lifespan,” (I’ve learned that considering giftedness alone isn’t as important for
Why the 5 Levels? The following information is a general summary of the Ruf Estimates of Levels of Giftedness. There is overlap in each of the levels, and inner qualities — qualities that