Battling Brain Disorders: Voices from Public Figures

These videos highlight how two U.S. Members of Congress grapple with brain disorders. Their stories show the strength of these individuals in the face of diseases that can affect anyone, regardless of political party or stature. Senior SfN members discuss the state of research for these disorders. These videos were filmed in 2007.

Watch two short length videos:

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Representative Patrick Kennedy (D-RI) shares his struggle with addiction and bipolar disorder.	View Video
Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and her family discuss their experience with ALS.	View Video

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