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Dr. Richard A. Markin, PhD

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Specializes in: Psychotherapy and Psychology
Professional interests include: attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD)
11800 S. 75th Avenue 3rd Floor
Palos Heights, IL 60463

Dr. Richard A. Markin, PhD is a psychotherapist in Palos Heights, IL specializing in psychotherapy and psychology. Dr. Richard A. Markin, PhD is affiliated with Private Practice, NorthShore and HIGGINS AND ASSOCIATES PC.

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Office Locations

Address:

11800 S. 75th Avenue 3rd Floor
Palos Heights, IL 60463

Address:

606 Academy Drive
Northbrook, IL 60062

Address:

7300 W College Drive Suite 101
Palos Heights, IL 60463

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Some issues Dr. Richard A. Markin, PhD can help you with:

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:

  • Predominantly hyperactive-impulsive types show symptoms such as constant fidgeting, talking non-stop, touching everything, having trouble sitting still and waiting their turn, and interrupting others.
  • Predominantly inattentive types tend to be distracted, get bored and wander off during tasks, forget things or instructions, daydream, and appear not to be listening. This type is sometimes misdiagnosed because they are not hyperactive and there are fewer behavior issues.
  • Combined types show symptoms from both categories. This is actually the most common type 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.

In The News 

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2017

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard A. Markin, PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Richard A. Markin, PhD treated as a psychotherapist in Palos Heights, IL were mental health therapy.

mental health therapy 73

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2017

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Markin, PhD.

Ethnicity
Black / African American
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 5
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic
Other

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard A. Markin, PhD From 2015 - 2017

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Richard A. Markin, PhD treated were depression.

Hypertension
High Cholesterol
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease
Asthma
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Diabetes
Atrial Fibrillation
Cancer
Dementia

Education & Training

He has a state license in Illinois.

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Richard A. Markin, PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Private Practice
NorthShore
HIGGINS AND ASSOCIATES PC

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Biography

Dr. Richard Markin works as a psychology specialist in Palos Heights, IL. Dr. Markin obtained a license to practice in Illinois.

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