Huntington's Disease Causes

Huntington's disease is an incurable, hereditary brain disorder. It is a devastating brain disorder for which there is no currently 'effective' treatment.

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Learn about Huntington's disease, an inherited genetic disorder that affects the brain and eventually mental and motor function and control. Symptoms include mood swings, depression, anger, and irritability.