How to Talk to Someone Who is Diagnosed with Parkinson's"People without Parkinson’s" often wonder about how to talk to "people with Parkinson’s." Here, having a rulebook is definitely a good thing...reactionscomments
An Interview with Dr. Paul Thompson of Enigma-PD: Part 2In case you missed it, check out part 1 of this interview with Dr. Paul Thompson. Dr. Paul Thompson is the Associate...reactions1comment
Keep on Riding!A friend and I were visiting the other day and, as often happens, we asked each other about our exercise. His favorite...reactions6comments
The Shadow KnowsI walk every day and night along with my shadow. The Shadow follows me everywhere from the time I get up in...reactions12comments
Relaxation to Push Away the BlahsLife with Parkinson’s can be rough. If you’re active on this website, you know our advocates define the painful symptoms of the...reactions7comments
Looking into Inflammation and Parkinson’sAs someone with an autoimmune disease, I know how important an anti-inflammatory diet can be for me. Lowering my body’s inflammatory response...reactions2comments
Who Gets Parkinson's?Genes, inflammation, diet ... There are thoughts on what might predispose or cause a person to develop Parkinson's disease. Posy wonders if...reactionscomments
Walking In Someone Else's ShoesIt’s difficult enough to walk in my own shoes sometimes- literally and figuratively. I can get a rock in my shoe which...reactions5comments
Creating a Successful Fundraising CampaignAt the beginning of 2021, my spouse decided to start a fundraising campaign for the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s research...reactionscomments
Same Upbringing, Different OutcomesLast time, in "Lack of Regular Exercise," we heard how Posy's formative years encouraged her to be active. So, why and when...reactions9comments
Why I Have a Speech Pathologist on My Medical TeamMany people with Parkinson's (PWP) develop a speech and voice disorder. As a Certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), I have treated many Parkinson’s...reactions9comments
A Sad Way to Gain PerspectiveEver since the first onset of Parkinson’s symptoms, I’ve complained, crabbed, and mourned what I’ve lost from my earlier life. I’ll never...reactions7comments
Dealing with the Side Effects of Our MedsHere in the United Kingdom, the warm spring and summer months tend to increase the whole population’s happiness and productivity. There just...reactionscomments
Trying CBD for Parkinson’s DiseaseLast Christmas, I ordered my dad a CBD tincture that was supposed to help him to cope with anxiety and sleep. As...reactionscomments
Are You Ready to Go Adventure Traveling with Parkinson's?You know the routine. Plan a fabulous trip. Get to your destination. Overdo it on the first day. Spend the next 2...reactions1comment
Constructive Creativity - Get Your Art On!I am a firm believer in creativity as a path to producing more than just art. Over the last few years I...reactions2comments
Pre-Parkinson's Events Leading to My DiagnosisAbout 5 years prior to being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD), I noticed puzzling changes in my physical and mental functioning that...reactions10comments
Not Driving - Loss of Independence or a Blessing?I have always been an independent person and enjoy exploring new places. The ability to drive gave me the opportunity to travel...reactions10comments
Looking Back Can Predict the FutureLooking back can predict the future. Here are several scenarios I experienced leading up to a Parkinson's diagnosis. In hindsight, I was...reactions2comments
The Complications of International TravelPosy, who lives in the UK, needed to to see her daughter, who lives in the USA. She needed to. Her daughter...reactions3comments
