10 Huntington's Disease Symptoms
9. Difficulty Concentrating
Concentration can be described as the act of consciously focusing our attention on a certain object or activity. It is a key feature of a person’s cognitive ability and it allows us to perform activities that require focus and precision. Our attention span is limited and many factors may modify it. Stress, mental fatigue, and many other situations may alter our concentration momentarily. On the other hand, there are conditions that cause cognitive decline, which may decrease our capacity to concentrate.
Huntington’s disease is not only a movement disorder; it can also affect a person’s cognitive abilities. Short-term memory loss and having difficulties concentrating are two of the most common signs of cognitive decline seen in patients with Huntington’s disease. Patients may experience slowing cognition and other cognitive issues as well.
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