Masked Potentials, Hidden Struggles? A Scoping Review of Twice-Exceptional Individuals’ Transition to Employment

Ruben Heuving, John Exalto and Alexander Minnaert ()
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Ruben Heuving: Independent Researcher, 1072 CD Amsterdam, The Netherlands
John Exalto: Faculty of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Nieuwenhuis Institute, University of Groningen, 9712 TJ Groningen, The Netherlands
Alexander Minnaert: Faculty of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Nieuwenhuis Institute, University of Groningen, 9712 TJ Groningen, The Netherlands

Social Sciences, 2025, vol. 14, issue 4, 1-11

Abstract: This study examined the transition of twice-exceptional (2E) individuals from education to employment. Despite a growing focus on inclusive practices, the area of (special) education-to-work transition is still far under-researched, especially on 2E individuals. To identify challenges and success factors in this transition, a scoping review method was used. Our review revealed a paucity of targeted studies on the transition of 2E individuals to work. Four relevant studies, focusing primarily on higher education, emphasized strengths-based approaches and multi-stakeholder support to facilitate transitions. The findings underscore the need for tailored interventions and supportive environments, addressing both individual strengths and (environmental) barriers. Further research is essential in view of effective interventions to bridge the gap between education and employment for 2E individuals.

Keywords: twice-exceptional (2E); giftedness and disabilities; education-work transition; inclusive workplaces; strengths-based approach; underidentification (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: A B N P Y80 Z00 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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