Huntington’s Disease

Huntington's disease is an inherited disease which occurs because of damaged nerve cells in the brain. It is caused by a defective, dominant gene.

The symptoms of the disease start to develop in most people when they are in their 30s and 40s.

Effects of Huntingdon’s Disease:

• Degeneration of nerve cells in the brain that result in cognitive decline.
• Psychiatric conditions, such as anxiety and depression.
• Significant effects on a person’s movement and coordination.

Symptoms of Huntingdon’s Disease:

• Physical disorders such as problems with balance and posture.
• Intellectual and cognitive disorders such as slow processing, difficulty in organising information and the inability to find the correct words to use
• Social withdrawal and feelings of isolation