Dystonia Support Group

Dystonia (literally, "abnormal muscle tone") is a generic term used to describe a neurological movement disorder involving involuntary, sustained muscle contractions. Dystonia may affect muscles throughout the body, in certain parts of the body, or may be confined to particular muscles or muscle groups.

141 Members
278 Posts
0 Online
Brain & Nervous System
/ Dystonia Support Group

Dystonia and Psycological Disorders

deleted_user
deleted_user
I have Alcohol Responsive Myoclonic Dystonia and I also have diagnosed OCD and Anxiety Disorder. I was reading research recently that the same suspected gene defect that causes Alcohol Responsive Myoclonic Dystonia also causes these same psycological disorders in some sufferers. I was wondering if anyone else has read that and or like me suffers from both physical and emotional / psycological symptoms.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Wow, I've never heard of this form of dystonia. I don't ever recall seeing anything on this topic. I sure hope you find some answers here.
krystlmom
krystlmom
The best I can do for you is that, Howard's Dr. made sure he was on an antidepressant to help combat depression from chronic pain.

I did print off some of the info I found when I googled 'Alcohol Responsive Myoclonic Dystonia'. Howard suffers from these muscle spasms, though I don't know if they are alcohol responsive. It was an interesting read!

Thanks!
God Bless!

Janelle
Posts You May Be Interested In
  • irishwriter

    come unwind in the bp lounge

    Posted by: irishwriter
    Last Reply: irishwriter
    7916
    theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
  • Rizen

    Walk a Day

    Posted by: Rizen
    Last Reply: Rizen
    1873
    I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...