Each child is born with a unique. A gifted child is one of the uniqueness
that needs special attention because it is not free from problems. Gifted children
who do not have the opportunity to develop their talents often have problems in
academic achievement or school. This research focuses on achievements of a
gifted child or better known as the underachieving gifted child. This study design
is a single-case study with purposive sampling technique. Data were collected
from observation, interview, and a series of psychological tests (WISC, WZT,
DAM, BAUM, and HTP). Intervention is to implement board therapy (reward and
delay of reward) consistently both at home and school.
Keywords: gifted child, underachieving gifted child

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