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The Terrible impact of Huntington’s Disease

The Terrible impact of Huntington’s Disease

Update: 2025-11-17
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Huntington's disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects people emotionally, mentally, and physically. Sufferers usually show symptoms in their thirties and forties. Unfortunately, there is currently no known cure for the condition.  

Joining Ciara to reflect on the impact the disease can have and how to manage it was Dr. Niall Pender, Professor of Psychology at the RSCI, along with Fiona, who lost her husband to Huntington's disease.  

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The Terrible impact of Huntington’s Disease

The Terrible impact of Huntington’s Disease