typical 2e characteristics 2e Identification Guidelines are gifted in combination with one or more of the following: divergent learning style, physical and/or neurobiological disabilities that may include symptoms of ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Tourette's Syndrome, Bi-Polar Disorder, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, etc. are advanced in at least one of the following: vocabulary, insight, imagination, abstract reasoning, problem solving skills. have deficits in at least one of the following: memorization, computation, phonics or spelling, sequential tasks, organization. often exhibit negative classroom behaviors exacerbated by unaddressed abilites and disabilities. are typically unidentified, misunderstood and often neglected in mainstream, gifted or self-contained classrooms, as well as many private/out-of-district placements. exist in greater numbers than our school districts and legislators are aware of... have tremendous potential that will not be reached without intervention and appropriate educational programs.