Definition: Neurotoxicity is described as an adverse change in the structure or function of the nervous system following exposure to a chemical agent. from: NEUROTOXICITY - Identifying and Controlling Poisons of the Nervous System, New Developments in Neuroscience, Congress of the United States, Office of Technology Assessment, April 1990
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Support Groups
No specific support groups listed.
Brain and Spine Foundation
Information on living with a neurological condition and on diagnosis. There are publications and resources. The useful glossary of neurological conditions (under 'Information and support') includes links to some other organisations as well as to Brain and Spine Foundation information.
Neurological Alliance
Collective voice for 80 organisations, including stroke and brain injury. Organisations are listed at https://www.neural.org.uk/our-members/, a good place to start if looking for information on those conditions. Site also includes information about living with a neurological condition, a glossary, and information about onset and diagnosis as well as a small set of real life stories.
NHS Inform: brain, nerves and spinal cord
NHS inform is Scotland's national health information service, with the aim of providing the people in Scotland with accurate and relevant information to help them make informed decisions about their own health and the health of the people they care for.