Living well with hd

NUTRITION

For people with HD, good nutrition has been proven to be an important part of maintaining health and maximum functional ability. This section contains information about the special issues that affect nutrition in persons with HD and strategies to address these issues. >

EXCERCISE/
PHYSICAL THERAPY

Research studies have suggested that exercise is beneficial for reducing symptoms and maximizing function in persons with HD. In this section are excercise tips and resources for persons with HD. >

SWALLOW DYSFUNCTION
& CHOKING

Dysphagia is a common symptom in HD. The automatic coordination of bringing food to the mouth, chewing, forming a bolus and swallowing, while simultaneously inhibiting breathing, breaks down. Learn more. >

SPEECH

Dysarthria is another frequent symptom of motor dysfunction in HD. The rhythm and speed of speech changes with bursts of words alternating with pauses. Speech becomes slower, and with disease progression, the voice may become hypophonic or explosive. Learn more. >

LAW ENFORCEMENT
TRAINING GUIDE

This guide helps law enforcement officials recognize the symptoms common to individuals with Huntington’s disease (HD) so that encounters with persons with HD don’t become harmful due to misunderstanding or miscommunication. >