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Root Causes

For Gifted/2e communities

Shifting perspectives and acknowledging the role that
Trauma, Environmental and Dietary factors
play in the lives of 
Gifted Twice-Exceptional (2e) children.

Let’s uncover the roots beneath the struggle and create
solution-based alternatives that generate results.




Learning difficulties

percentage ADHD has increased

percent increase in autism

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between 1990 and 2000

since 1990

What is Twice Exceptional(2e)?

Bridges Academy…

The term “twice-exceptional” (or “2e”) often is used to describe students with high ability and potential who simultaneously experience learning, executive functioning, production, and/or social challenges.
They are challenged in most schools by a misalignment between their learner profile and the school’s curriculum and instructional approach.…

Skill development of 2e learners is typically uneven, or asynchronous. Asynchrony usually exists between intellectual and physical development, and between intellectual development and the ability to use or express that intelligence. Twice-exceptional students demonstrate superior ability in one or more areas (specific academics, intellectual ability, creativity, leadership, visual or performing arts) and one or more social, emotional or academic challenges. These may be caused by a neurobiological disorder or an emotional, sensory or learning disability. Specific areas of challenge may include physical disabilities; sensory sensitivity; autism spectrum disorder; emotional and/or behavioral disorders; psycho-social issues; ADHD; learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, etc.; receptive and/or expressive language disorders; processing delays; difficulty with executive function.”

Ways 2e can Manifest


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Research shows that 

By becoming aware of food and lifestyle habits, we can support the body by bringing in healthier choices and creating a healthier environment.





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Joan Cass BCHN®️ (CAND), CTNC, FNP,
Holistic and Functional Nutrition Practitioner

How can I help you?

Through years of experience and research, Joan has developed a unique ability and understanding of these issues and their root causes. Her passion is helping her clients understand and resolve these issues in order to help their children reach their true potential.

Discover how Environment and Nutrition Impact a Child’s Behaviour.


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Next Steps

In addition to the academic and emotional asynchronous tendencies that are common among 2e children and teens, many also deal with nutritional and health deficiencies that can be difficult to pinpoint. I have developed an in-depth assessment tool that will examine 8 important aspects of your health. This will provide us with a road map for developing an individual recovery plan for you or your child.

Fill in this free Health Assessment to get started on your journey to recovery.

Joan Cass has an amazing ability to walk through the maze of the autoimmune system and understand how it impacts mode and behaviour.  She has walked this path and learned through experience and study, how to support parents on their journey of helping their children find and use resources that can help their children thrive. 

- Joanna Haase Ph.D, MFT