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= Disorders of the Nervous System =

The purpose of this activity is to conduct research into the variety of diseases that affect the nervous system. Each group will be given a disease to research. Your findings should include the following aspects:
 * Causes of the disease
 * Symptoms
 * Average age when the symptoms appear
 * Long term prognosis i.e.does the condition deteriorate, is the condition fatal?
 * Treatment (if any is available)
 * Prevalence i.e. how common is the disease, is it more common amongst particular population groups?
 * Are there any life-style choices that can be made to avoid or lessen one's chances of contracting the disease

You are also required to discuss the hardships and life-style conditions that sufferers experiences. Some suggested inclusions are:
 * How care-givers can assist patients in making their lives as pleasant as possible
 * How homes can be made suitable for sufferers
 * Financial support: availability and collection of disability grants
 * Public perception of sufferers

Make sure you reference all sites that you use, and try to include relevant and meaningful links and pictures if appropriate.