*Trigger warning* This show contains hard topics on life with HD which can including speaking on topics of abuse, neglect, su*cidal ideations and more. Please listen with caution if these affect you.

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In their discussion about Huntington's disease (HD) and personal experiences, Shelby and Charlotte touch on various topics, including their connection through social media and shared advocacy. They discuss managing anxiety, finding support, and coping mechanisms. The conversation covers HD testing, genetic diagnosis, and its impact on family dynamics. Balancing life choices and finances amidst uncertainty is also explored. They emphasize living in the present, gratitude, and the therapeutic value of music and exercise. Shelby and Charlotte highlight the significance of community, self-care, and supportive partners in navigating life with HD. Additionally, they address challenges like infertility, adoption, and the emotional toll of building a family in the context of HD. Overall, their dialogue underscores the importance of connection, resilience, and shared experiences in facing the complexities of HD.

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**Trigger warning** This show contains hard topics on life with HD which can including speaking on topics of abuse, neglect, su*cidal ideations and more. Please listen with caution.

Today I am joined by one of my dear friends, and fellow Huntington's Disease Advocates, Kyra Ashley Clarke. We discuss mental health with HD as a caregiver, setting boundaries, and talking the opportunity to educate against hurtful HD stereotypes and stigma. Ashley was inspired to begin her blog #ImNotDrunkLifestyleBlog after her father, who suffers from HD, was mistakenly called out in a crowd by a stranger for being "horribly drunk." Now she uses her blog as an outlet for her own mental health and as a learning tool for those who are misinformed about Huntington's Disease.

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