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Dr. Karin E. Vander Ploeg Booth, MD is a developmental pediatrician in Chicago, IL specializing in developmental-behavioral pediatrics. She graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine. Dr. Karin E. Vander Ploeg Booth, MD is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine and UChicago Medicine.
5721 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
Dr. Karin E. Vander Ploeg Booth, MD graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine. She completed residency at Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine
Residency: Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: Illinois
Dr. Karin E. Vander Ploeg Booth, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
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Dr. Karin Vander Ploeg Booth is a specialist in developmental-behavioral pediatrics. Areas of expertise for Dr. Vander Ploeg Booth include learning disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and autism spectrum disorders (pervasive developmental disorders). She is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine. Before performing her residency at a hospital affiliated with Loyola University, Dr. Vander Ploeg Booth attended the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine for medical school.
