Major Symptoms Of Huntington's Disease

Lack Of Impulse Control

Huntington's disease, in general, is characterized by a lack of control of one's own body. In addition to physical movements, this also includes managing one's behavior. Lack of impulse control is one such factor that can present to others as irrational behavior. The frontal lobe is the area of the brain that controls impulses and directs decision-making and rationale. However, this area is often eroded and permanently damaged in patients with Huntington's disease. Because this area is damaged, the patient may not physically be capable of managing irrational thoughts and impulses. The brain takes its own direction of thought, and the body responds accordingly.

This particular symptom may be incredibly frustrating and challenging to manage for family members and carers, but remembering these impulses and compulsions are very real for the patient is absolutely critical. There is no treatment for this symptom, so exercising patience and care is very necessary to help prevent anxiety and depression from getting worse.

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