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Huntington’s Disease: Navigating the Adolescent Experience

Introduction: Understanding Huntington Disease in the Family Context Huntington Disease (HD) is a devastating, progressive neurodegenerative disorder caused by a dominant mutation in the HTT gene, leading to debilitating physical, cognitive, and psychiatric symptoms. When HD strikes a family, the impact ripples outward, profoundly affecting every member, especially adolescents who are navigating critical stages of […]

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