Heather Alimossy is from the documentary "Alive and Well". She made the decision to get herself tested because both her mom and brother have the disease. Heather's main occupations include taking care of her mom and riding dirt bikes. She is seeking occupational therapy for some cognitive delays and help staying organized and working with her memory. Although she is not experiencing any current symptoms of Huntington's, she knows what she will need to work on for the future. Eventually, she will work on postural stability and balance. It is important for OT to focus on organizational skills. Alive and Well is a documentary about Huntington's Disease and chronicles Huntington's in different phases of the disease.
I thought this case study was very interesting and informative! It was unique to hear about a young woman who decided to be tested for the gene linked to Huntington's Disease before the symptoms set in.
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