Global and specific self-concepts of gifted adolescents in Hong Kong

Global and domain-specific self-concepts of 205 Chinese gifted adolescents in Hong Kong were assessed using 7 scales of the Chinese version of the Sel f-Perception Profile for Adolescents (SPPA, Chan, 1997; Harter, 1988). Thes e adolescents differentiated 6 self-concept domains (Scholastic Competence, Social Acceptance, Athletic Competence, Physical Appearance, Behavioral Co nduct, and Close Friendship), and their scores on general self-concept (Glo bal Self-Worth) could be predicted by their scores on particular domain-spe cific self-concepts, On the basis of specific self-concept measures, relati vely homogeneous clusters of gifted students (labeled the stereotyped gifte d, the modest gifted, and the superstars) were identified. The characterist ics of the three clusters of gifted adolescents were also interpreted in te rms of students' IQ, leadership, and the denial of giftedness.