Ellen's Case Study: Woody Guthrie

   Ellen presented a case study on Woody Guthrie and his diagnoses with Huntington's Disease. He lost motor, cognitive, and psychiatric symptoms. He began having violent outbursts and involuntary movements. His mother had Huntington's Disease so when he started having symptoms he assumed that it was HD. He had challenges getting into a regular schedule because he was a traveling musician. OT could help him with routine management to help with the mood changes caused by HD.  OT could also help him map out places when he travels. Lastly, OT can help with end of life planning and caregiver education. I was curious if any of his children or grandchildren got genetic testing done to see if they have the defective gene. This case study was really interesting, and Ellen did a great job of presenting.