Explore the American Academy of Neurology's website at www.thebrainmatters.org

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Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR)
Research, clinical trials, links to other Federal resources, service of the National Institutes of Health.

Facts on Alzheimer's Disease
Information and facts on the illness.

WebMD: Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's disease affects an estimated 1 in 10 people over age 65. Find in-depth disease information including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and promising treatments.

Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
Compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Alzheimer's Center

Mayo Clinic experts offer information, explanations and advice about treatment and care for patients with Alzheimer's Disease.

TheRibbon.com

Information for caregivers of those with Alzheimer's disease. Biweekly newsletter, chat room, and discussion forum.

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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

ALS Association
Information about this non-profit health organization that is dedicated solely to the fight against Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Lou Gehrigs Disease.

International Alliance of ALS/MND Associations
The peak body for national organizations who support people living with ALS/MND.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Information Page
ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Muscular Dystrophy Association
The largest contributor to ALS research and support.

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Ataxia

National Ataxia Foundation
Information about and support for people with ataxia.

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Autonomic Nervous System

STARS: Syncope Trust and Reflex Anoxic Seizures
UK-based organization providing individuals, families and medical professionals with support and information about these causes of blackouts. Includes case studies, FAQ, research findings and publications.

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Brain Injury

What Is Traumatic Brain Injury
Fact sheet with tips for preventing brain injuries from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

National Resource Center For Traumatic Brain Injury
Providing information for professionals, persons with brain injury, and family members. Also developing intervention programs, and assessment tools.

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Cancers

National Cancer Institute: Brain Tumors
Offers information on brain tumor, its diagnosis, and treatment. Covers topics on both benign and malignant adult and pediatric brain tumors.

WebMD: Brain Cancer
General consumer health information for this condition.

Hope Through Research: Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors
Summary of informational booklet compiled by the U.S. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Neuro-Oncology Branch
Describes the workings and activities of this division of the U.S. National Cancer Institute.

Mayo Clinic Brain Tumor
Includes diagnosis, treatment options, clinical trials and research information.

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Cerebral Palsy

NINDS: Cerebral Palsy
Information page compiled by The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Cerebral Palsy: Hope Through Research
An informational booklet on CP compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

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Chronic Pain Syndromes

Chronic Pain
Information page compiled by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome
RSDS fact sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).

Central Pain Syndrome
Information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

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Congenital Anomalies

NINDS: Microcephaly
Information sheet compiled by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

NINDS: Encephaloceles
Information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

NINDS: Cephalic Disorders
Fact Sheet provided by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Brief overview of conditions and current research.

NINDS: Neuronal Migration Disorders - Information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

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Cranial Nerve Diseases

Trigeminal Neuralgia and Hemifacial Spasm Center
Information on symptoms and treatment for trigeminal neuralgia (tic doloreux), glossopharyngeal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm. From Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School.

Cranial Mononeuropathy III; Compression Type
Information about problems associated with decreased function of the third cranial nerve.

Facial Nerve Paralysis: Patient Brochure
A discussion of facial nerve problems with illustrations, from the Michigan Ear Institute.

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Dementia

Dementia.com
Information and tools on dementia, created for medical professionals and for patients or caregivers.

Dementias: Hope Through Research
Information on Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and other types of dementia compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).

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Demyelinating Diseases

Guillain-Barre Syndrome Fact Sheet
A resources guide and fact sheet about this Syndrome, compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

NINDS: Guillain-Barre Syndrome


Multiple Sclerosis Information Page
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke information and links to related organization.

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Encephalitis and Encephalomyelitis

MedlinePlus: Encephalitis
Directory of factsheets, articles, and news stories.

Arboviral Encephalitides
Detailed information from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.

Encephalitis and Meningitis
Information page compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis
Information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).

eMedicine Health: Encephalitis
Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of an acute infection and inflammation of the brain.

Western Equine Encephalomyelitis
From Los Angeles County West Vector Control District, an article on this disorder includes how it is contacted and the symptoms.

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Epilepsy

WebMD: Epilepsy Health Center
Find in-depth information including seizures, symptoms, and treatments.

Seizures and Epilepsy: Hope Through Research
Information booklet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Epilepsy
Information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

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Headache

National Headache Foundation
Information on headache causes and treatments, a support group list, a state list of NHF physician members (on request) and a quarterly newsletter.

WebMD: Migraines and Headaches Center
migraines-headaches/default.htm Many articles related to headaches and migraine.

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Hydrocephalus

MedlinePlus: Hydrocephalus
Overview, clinical trials, pictures and diagrams, organizations and treatment information.

NINDS: Hydrocephalus
Information sheet compiled by The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Hydrocephalus Fact Sheet
Provides information about the condition, treatment, complications, outcomes and research.

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Lyme Disease

CDC: Lyme Disease
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention presents details of prevention, transmission and symptoms.

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Meningitis

Meningitis Research Foundation
Includes information on symptoms, diagnosis, after effects, scientific research and on support for those who have experienced the disease.

Meningitis Trust
Information about meningitis and meningococcal disease, what research is taking place and what support is offered to sufferers by this global charity.

MedlinePlus: Meningitis
Directory of news, articles, and factsheets.

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Movement Disorders

The Movement Disorder Society
International forum for dissemination of information on recent advances in clinical and basic science related to movement disorders.

We Move: Worldwide Education and Awareness for Movement Disorders
Non-profit organization providing education and awareness for movement disorders. Includes treatment information for patients and medical professionals.

NINDS: Tremor Information Page
Information about tremor, treatment, prognosis, research and relevant organizations.

Dystonia Medical Research Foundation
Canadian Foundation supporting research, awareness and support related to dystonia.

Dystonias
Information page compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

The National Spasmodic Torticollis Association
Californian non-profit organization, providing support, referrals and information for patients and family members.

BEBREF Blepharospasm Pages
Initial symptoms, cause and treatment are discussed, and available publications are listed by the Benign Essential Bleparospasm Research Foundation.

National Eye Institute - Blepharospasm Resource Guide
Provides patient information about blepharospasm, involuntary blinking or spasm of the eyelids. Information about causes, treatments, research studies, and resources.

Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy: Some Answers
Frequently asked questions about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and research.

Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke fact sheet.

Tardive Dyskinesia
Information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke discusses symptoms, treatment, prognosis, and research.

WE MOVE: Tardive Dyskinesia
Provides information for patients and caregivers, including definition, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and discussion forum.

Tremor Action Network
Spreading awareness of essential tremor by advocating for a cure through research. News, resources, FAQs, and a message board.

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Muscle Diseases

Myopathy
Information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).

NINDS Muscular Dystrophy Information Page
Muscular Dystrophy (MD) information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).

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Neurocutaneous Syndromes

Neurofibromatosis
Information page compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

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Neurotoxicology

International Neurotoxicology Association
The International Neurotoxicolgy Association.

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Parkinson's Disease

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Parkinson's disease information sheet.

Parkinson's Disease - Hope Through Research - An informational booklet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)

Parkinson's Disease - Hope Through Research
An informational booklet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).

Michael J. Fox Foundation
The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) for Parkinson's Research is dedicated to ensuring the development of a cure for Parkinson's disease within this decade through an aggressively funded research agenda.

Parkinson's Disease Foundation
A national non-profit organization devoted to research, patient education, and public advocacy.

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Peripheral Nervous System

Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association
Includes information about the organization, its goals, research, news and further resources. Also offers suggestions on ways to help.

Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disorder
Information page compiled by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

MDA Publications
Facts about Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.

NINDS: Diabetic Neuropathy Information Page
Diabetic neuropathy information sheet compiled by NINDS.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Including anatomy, symptoms, causes, alternative treatments, surgical treatment, risks and complications, surgical treatments, and after surgery care.

WebMD: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Health Center
Find information on carpal tunnel syndrome; signs and symptoms, and treatment through lifestyle changes, immobilization, medications and surgery.

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Meralgia Paresthetica information page compiled by NINDS.

Neuropathy Association
Information and advice about peripheral neuropathy and a bulletin board, membership services.

NINDS: Peripheral Neuropathy Information Page
Information about peripheral neuropathy.

Myasthenia Gravis
A short information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Myasthenia Gravis Resources
A resources guide and publication about this disorder, compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Myasthenia Gravis (MG) | MDA
Information regarding the disease from the Muscular Dystrophy Association with an list of resources and news articles.

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Pituitary Disorders

NINDS: Pituitary Tumors Information Page
Information sheet compiled by the U.S. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke which discusses definitions, prognosis, treatment and research issues.

Pituitary Network Association
Non-profit organization for patients with pituitary tumors and disorders, their families, and health care providers who treat them.

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Sleep Disorders

SleepNet
Everything you wanted to know about sleep disorders but were too tired to ask. Open Sleep Forum. SleepNet links to over 200 sites.

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Covers sleepiness,insomnia, sleep apnea, and narcolepsy.

MedlinePlus: Sleep Disorders
A selection of sites provided by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

The Sleep Well
Information on sleep, disorders, activism and related events.

Brain Basics: Understanding Sleep
A comprehensive resources guide about understanding sleep, compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

American Sleep Apnea Organization -
Information on reducing injury, disability, and death from sleep apnea.

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Spinal Cord

NINDS: Syringomyelia
Information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

American Syringomyelia Alliance Project Inc.
Aims to improve the lives of persons affected by syringomyelia, Chiari malformation and related disorders.

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Stroke

Internet Stroke Center at Washington University in St. Louis -
A stroke resource for medical professionals and consumers, alike. Educational information, directories of clinical trials and stroke centers, and a calendar of major stroke conferences are among the site's many offerings.

NINDS: Stroke Information Page - Introduction to stroke, with pointers to related fact sheets concerning symptoms, prevention, and rehabilitation. Presented by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a division of the National Institutes of Health.

WebMD Stroke Health Center
In-depth information, including symptoms, treatments, and prevention.

Transient Ischemic Attack
Information sheet on TIAs (which are also known as "mini strokes"). Published by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

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Tumors

American Brain Tumor Association
Supports patients and families; encourages research. Primer of brain tumors, dictionary of medical terms, guide on living with tumors, treatment information, advice on clinical trials, newsletter, conference listings, and other resources.

A Primer of Brain Tumors
Reference manual for patients covers brain anatomy and the terminology, diagnosis, and treatment of benign and malignant brain tumors.

WHO Classification of Tumors Affecting the Central Nervous System -
The World Health Organization classification of tumors affecting the central nervous system.

Brainlife.org
Collection of medical literature references about brain tumors including experimental treatments and alternative therapies.