• Completely revised and updated with new chapters, including information on juvenile Huntington's disease
• Features numerous Case Histories and Patient Perspectives which provide practical examples throughout
• 'Myth and fact' boxes highlight common misunderstandings and interesting facts about the condition
• Features Key Points at the beginning of each chapter to help the reader focus on the chapter contents
• Includes invaluable resource section with suggested further reading and contact information for patient self-help/support groups, plus a glossary of technical terms

New to this edition

• Completely new chapters covering juvenile and late-stage Huntington's Disease
• Fully updated Appendix of relevant patients' organizations

Readership: People suffering with Huntington's disease, their families and carers.

Oliver W J Quarrell, Consultant in Clinical Genetics, Sheffield Children's Hospital, Sheffield, UK

1: Facts and figures about Huntington's disease
2: The physical features of Huntington's disease
3: Behavioural and emotional aspects of Huntington's disease
4: Juvenile Huntington's disease
5: The genetics of Huntington's disease
6: Laboratory test results
7: Genetic counselling: a new diagnosis in the family
8: Genetic counselling for unaffected family members
9: Changes in the brain
10: What causes selective nerve cell damage?
11: Current research activities
12: Useful resources and contacts