Drop Everything And Read discussion

Fascinating overview of the special problems that bright people encounter while trying to function in a society that all too often doesn't value them.

Could you give an example?
I think I had a similar discussion about this on campus today. It might be worth discussing again if I could bring with me a book on the subject.

One example would be a child who grows up in a family that disparages thinking and doesn't help that child to develop his or her own intellectual potential.

Why humorous people hurt? Mrs Brown is an example

I do feel as though smart people get belittled a lot. I have witnessed a lot and they think it okay to have it in most comedies. Nerds always get bullied and people don't realise that.