<p>Some teens, particularly those with ADHD who have experienced persistent academic stress, may benefit from taking a gap year after high school. Carolyn K. Jeppsen goes over the different options, and benefits and drawbacks to weigh as you make your decision.</p> <p><strong>Gap Years & Neurodivergent Students: More Resources</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Download:</strong> <a href="https://www.additudemag.com/download/adhd-accommodations-college-download/?src=podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to Get ADHD Accommodations in College</a></li> <li><strong>Read:</strong> <a href="https://www.additudemag.com/teen-gap-year-after-high-school/?src=podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Is College Right for My Teen with ADHD?</a></li> <li><strong>Read:</strong> <a href="https://www.additudemag.com/the-case-for-working-maturing-gap-years/?src=podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Case for (Working, Maturing) Gap Years</a></li> <li><strong>eBook:</strong> T<a href="https://www.additudemag.com/product/adhd-teens-puberty-hormones-parenting-tips/?src=podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">eens with ADHD, Part One</a></li> </ul> <p>Access the video and slides for podcast episode #542 here: <a href="https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/gap-year-pros-cons-neurodivergent-students/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/gap-year-pros-cons-neurodivergent-students/</a></p> <p>This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at <a href="https://betterhelp.com/additude" target="_blank" rel="noopener">betterhelp.com/additude</a> and get on your way to being your best self.</p> <p>Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (<a href="https://www.cambeywest.com/subscribe2/?p=ADD&f=paidnew" target="_blank" rel="noopener">additu.de/subscribe</a>) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.</p>