# This is the first 'popular' guide to Huntington's disease
# Provides information for patients, their families and friends
# Recognises the importance of the genetic breakthrough in
the identification of the
responsible gene, and advises on counselling.
# Addresses the important issues that those carrying the gene have to face.
# Concise and accessible, with a minimum of medical jargon.
CONTENTS
Introduction
Facts and figures about Hd
The physical aspects of Hd
Mood changes and emotional aspects
The genetics of Hd
Genetic counselling
Changes in the brain
What causes the nerve cells to die
Ideas for effective treatment of Hd
Lay organisations
List of addresses of the lay organisations
Published by Oxford University Press, this book is now available in bookshops at the price of £11.99
$19.95 at
Also available at the discounted price of
£10.00 (post free)
from
Huntington's Disease Association
108 Battersea High Street
London, SW11 3HP
Tel : 020 7223 7000
Registered Charity No.: 296453