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Old Apr 17, 2015, 01:48 PM
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Originally Posted by pmbm View Post
So, I have not read beyond the first page of answers in this thread. But, something to keep in mind is that the OP'S scores do show a discrepancy of more than two standard deviations ( one standard deviation is 15points), which either makes her gifted verbally or suggests the presence of a nonverbal leaning disability. Two standard deviations above average (100)=gifted. But a discrepancy that large does suggest a learning disability, which is not the same as a developmental disability. Learning disability diagnosis is based on discrepancies. Developmental disability diagnosis is based upon actual IQ scores.

Most psychologists consider more factors than just discrepancies especially if scores are within high average average range. She wouldn't qualify for a disability with these scores. More likely gifted. I do this for a living so I am not just talking

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