Paul Beljan

About the Author

Paul Beljan is a distinguished clinical psychologist and pediatric neuropsychologist with over three decades of experience specializing in the assessment and treatment of gifted individuals. Holding a PhD and maintaining a thriving private practice in Phoenix, Arizona, he has dedicated his career to unraveling the complexities of misdiagnosis in gifted children and adults, advocating for accurate identification to prevent unnecessary pharmacological interventions. As co-founder of the Arizona Association for Gifted and Talented, Beljan has influenced educational policies and parental awareness nationwide. His seminal work, 'Misdiagnosis and Dual Diagnoses of Gifted Children and Adults: ADHD, Bipolar, OCD, Asperger's, Depression, and Other Disorders (2nd Edition),' serves as a cornerstone resource for professionals and families navigating the intersection of giftedness and mental health challenges, blending rigorous research with compassionate insights to foster better outcomes for this often misunderstood population.