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Dr. Marilyn Featherston, DO, FAAP is a developmental pediatrician in Chicago, IL specializing in developmental-behavioral pediatrics and general pediatrics. She graduated from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Marilyn Featherston, DO, FAAP is affiliated with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
1725 W. Harrison Street Suite 710, Professional Building, Rush Pediatric Specialty Care - S...
Chicago, IL 60612
3401 Civic Center Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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. Marilyn Featherston, DO, FAAP graduated from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed residency at Rush University Medical Center. She is certified by the Pediatrics and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: Rush University Medical Center (2017)
Board Certification: Pediatrics
Licensed In: Illinois
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Dr. Marilyn Featherston works as a developmental-behavioral pediatrics and general pediatrics. Dr. Featherston's areas of expertise consist of attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) and autism. Her professional affiliations include Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. She graduated from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She trained at Rush University Medical Center for her residency.
