Balancing Potential and Well-Being: A Mini-Review on the Impact of Parenting on Gifted Children’s Development

Background: Giftedness is a multidimensional construct that requires not only educational but also family support. While much research has focused on the cognitive and social-emotional traits of gifted children, less attention has been paid to the role of parents in their development and well-being. Methods: This mini-review synthesizes findings from 26 empirical studies published between 2010 and 2024, selected through a systematic search and inclusion process based on PRISMA guidelines. The studies were organized into four domains: parental stress and needs, parenting styles, family–school collaboration, and support interventions. Results: Results show that parents often face elevated stress due to mismatches between their child’s needs and institutional responses, while authoritative and culturally responsive parenting styles are associated with more adaptive outcomes. Effective interventions include psychoeducational and digital programs, though they remain limited in scope and reach. Conclusions: The review highlights parents as central agents in the developmental trajectory of gifted children and calls for more targeted support systems, culturally sensitive approaches, and stronger school–family partnerships.