Talent Anxiety and its Relationship to Psychological Superiority among Gifted Students

Abstract

The current research aims to identify Talent anxiety and its relationship to psychological Superiority among gifted students. 

To achieve the objectives of the current research, the researcher used a descriptive correlational approach. Two tools were required: the first to measure talent anxiety, and the second to measure self-esteem among gifted students. The researcher constructed both scales. The talent anxiety scale consisted of (30) items with six dimensions and four alternatives. The self-esteem scale consisted of (20) items, the validity and reliability of which were verified by the researcher. A sample of (339) male and female students was selected. The following statistical methods were used:

 (Pearson's correlation coefficient, t-test for two independent samples, Cronbach's alpha equation). The researcher reached several conclusions, including:

1 -Gifted students are characterized by a high level of talent anxiety, which leads to increased motivation toward achievement and creativity.

 2- High-achieving students have a sense of superiority, believing they are better than others

3-There are no statistically significant differences in the level of giftedness anxiety and giftedness anxiety among high-achieving students based on gender.

In light of the research results, the researcher developed a number of conclusions, recommendations, and proposals.