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Dr. Meghan E. O'Neill, MD is a developmental pediatrician in Chicago, IL specializing in developmental-behavioral pediatrics and pediatric neurology. She graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2010 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. Meghan E. O'Neill, MD is affiliated with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and Institute for Innovations in Developmental Sciences.
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. Meghan E. O'Neill, MD graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2010. She completed residency at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. She is certified by the General Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2010)
Residency: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago (2013)
Board Certification: General Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics
Licensed In: Illinois
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Dr. Meghan O'Neill is a pediatric neurology and developmental-behavioral pediatrics specialist in Chicago, IL. Areas of expertise for Dr. O'Neill include attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), mental retardation, and autism. She is professionally affiliated with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She attended medical school at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her training includes residency programs at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and a hospital affiliated with Johns Hopkins University.
