Huntington Disease can
be treated, however
there is no cure.
people, 5 out of 10
have Huntington’s
disease. This statistic is
worldwide.
United States have
about 30,000 people
that have this disease.
150,000 others have a
50 percent chance of
developing this
disease.
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disease may have trouble
thinking clearly,
concentrating, and/or
answering questions.
Research that is use for
Huntington’s disease is
roughly $51 million.
There are various impacts
to individuals that have this
disease. It includes but not
limited to emotional,
mental, social, and
economical issues. It also
causes stress on the
individuals family
members.
References
Genet, Hum. (2017). The epidemiology of Huntington’s Disease. Retrieved Friday, September 28, 2018 from
National Institute of Mental Health. (2018). Bipolar Disorder. Retrieved Friday, September 28, 2018 from


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- Fall '15
- REBECCA JOHNSON
- Psychiatry, Schizophrenia, Huntington Disease