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The article examines contemporary tendencies in the research of giftedness in both American and European psychology. The theory of Successful Intelligence by Robert J. Sternberg, which is supported by many, is being reviewed carefully, and the specific characteristics of analytical, creative and practical intelligence are presented. Some of the thesis needs to be verified empirically. The theory, however, is useful and might be beneficial not only in the basic study, but also in practical psychology. Primarily, the article describes characteristics of emotional and social functions of gifted students. The importance of both emotional and social development as well as purpose of experiments that take into consideration both aspects are emphasized. This article tries to define the most important task are being undertaken in the field of psychology of giftedness.