Huntington's Disease Crossword

Involuntary, dance-like movements seen in some with HD
A Physician specializing in disorders of the brain and nervous system
A physician specializing in disorders of mental health and wellness
Peggy and Tammy
Important role of HDSA, teaching others about HD
Important role of HDSA, supporting the rights of families affected by HD
The _____ therapist develops programs to improve strength and mobility for a person
The _______ therapist develops strategies to help the person remain independent in their daily activities
The ____ therapist develops strategies to improve communication and swallowing success.
Difficulty with swallowing.
Clinical _____ is needed to discover better treatments and an eventual cure for HD
A global research study involving over 12,000 people affected by HD
This causes Huntington's disease, and occurs on chromosome 4.
____ Huntington's disease has symptom onset before age 18.
This group is a meeting with other people affected by Huntington's disease where you can share experiences, ask questions and eat snacks.
These initials stand for the group within HDSA especially for youth affected by HD
A ____ counselor can guide you through the testing process to help you make informed decisions
These techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, help to reduce stress and anxiety
HDSA: Help for today, _____ for tomorrow
A booklet to help a family consider decisions for how they want to be treated when they can no longer speak for themselves
HDSA: _____ is everything