Articles with the topic: sleep

14 changes for a healthier brain

14 changes for a healthier brain

In 2019, there were ~57 million people living with dementia. By 2050, that number is expected to climb to 153 million. Changes in the 14 factors highlighted here can improve brain health and be applied to Huntington’s disease.

Dr Sarah HernandezSeptember 30, 2024

Through a Broader Lens: Looking at Non-Motor Symptoms in HD

Through a Broader Lens: Looking at Non-Motor Symptoms in HD

Sleep deficits precede motor problems in HD

Melissa ChristiansonJanuary 25, 2016

Melatonin alterations in Huntington's disease help explain trouble with sleep

Melatonin alterations in Huntington's disease help explain trouble with sleep

Study shows HD patients have decreased levels of melatonin, which may explain why so many suffer from sleep problems

Dr Leora FoxOctober 07, 2014

Sleep, cilia and HD

Sleep, cilia and HD

New studies shed some light on the function of sleep in animals, with interesting implications for HD research

Graham EastonMarch 06, 2014

Simple rules for a good night's sleep in Huntington's disease

Simple rules for a good night's sleep in Huntington's disease

Prof Jenny Morton's simple rules for a good night's sleep in Huntington's disease

Prof Jenny MortonMarch 25, 2013

HDBuzz Special Feature: Huntington's disease and sleep

HDBuzz Special Feature: Huntington's disease and sleep

Why do many Huntington's disease patients have trouble sleeping, and what can be done about it?

Prof Jenny MortonFebruary 06, 2013

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