Category FAQs Search : Leigh Syndrome (Leigh’s Disease)
Question: What can you do if your child has Leigh syndrome (Leigh’s disease)?
Answer: Caring for a child with a life-limiting condition is challenging. These steps can ease stress while lowering your risk of depression and anxiety:
1. Find healthy ways to ease stress like calling a friend or focusing on a hobby.
2. Join an in-person or virtual support group.
3. Learn more about your child’s condition and their unique symptoms and prognosis.
4. Make time for yourself.
5. Seek support services for your child, such as home healthcare and rehabilitation services.
6. Talk to a mental health professional.
(Source: Cleveland Clinic, 21 Nov 2025)
Source Link: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/6037-leigh-syndrome-leighs-disease