Welcome to the Attention Deficit Disorder Expert Podcast series by Attitude Magazine.

Hi, everyone.

My name is Annie Rogers.

And on behalf of the Attitude team, I am so pleased to welcome you to today's ADHD

experts presentation titled Gap Year, Pros and Cons for Neurodivergent Students.

Leading today's presentation is Carolyn K. Jepson.

Carolyn is the CEO, president, and co-founder of Broad Futures, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing

opportunities for neurodivergent young people through paid internships and support,

while aiding employers in building inclusive workplaces.

Carolyn speaks and advocates nationally on the benefits of a diverse workforce and the value

proposition of internships and work-based learning.

In today's webinar, we'll discuss the growing trend of gap years as they relate specifically to neurodivergent students.

We'll review the benefits of dedicating a year to something other than higher education,

potential drawbacks, and special considerations to help your neurodivergent child select

the right path for them.

Carolyn will also share gap year programs and resources.

And finally, the sponsor of today's webinar is Landmark College.

Landmark College offers summer programs to assist a wide range of students with learning differences,

including rising high school juniors and seniors,

recent high school graduates, and students enrolled at other colleges. Students learn specific strategies to be successful in formal academic settings and grow personally and academically

in an intentional and supportive academic community.

Visit landmark.edu to learn more.

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