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Dr. Sarah Ann Sobotka, MSCP, MS, MD is a developmental pediatrician in Chicago, IL specializing in developmental-behavioral pediatrics and general pediatrics. She graduated from University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Sarah Ann Sobotka, MSCP, MS, MD is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine and UChicago Medicine.
2300 Children's Plaza #18
Chicago, IL 60614
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. Sarah Ann Sobotka, MSCP, MS, MD graduated from University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine. She completed residency at Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine
Residency: Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: Illinois
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Dr. Sarah Sobotka practices developmental-behavioral pediatrics and general pediatrics in Chicago, IL. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Sobotka include learning disabilities, women's sports medicine, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Her education and training includes medical school at the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with Northwestern University. She is professionally affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine.
