My Issue with Defining Myself as a CaregiverIn the Parkinson’s community, you commonly hear 2 terms in forums and columns: a PWP (person with Parkinson’s), and a caregiver (those...reactions4comments
Retired Life in the Presence of Parkinson's DiseaseAfter 3 years of phased retirement, getting mentally and emotionally prepared for the event, retirement happened. And, as Nina Simone sings, "It's...reactions6comments
Considering the Link Between Parkinson's and DepressionIt seems to Posy that researchers have decided that many people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) have probably experienced depression at some time...reactions15comments
Community Views: What Are Some of the Hardest Parkinson’s Symptoms to Manage?It is easy to get caught up in the game of "If only..." such as, "If only things were a little different."...reactions151comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactionscomments
Shingles: Good Reason to Boost My Immune SystemEditor’s note: This article was written by Health Leader Jacqueline Harmon and originally appeared on our partner site BladderCancer.net. She shares her...reactionscomments
Getting Diagnosed with the Help of a DaTscanMy wife, Tracey, drops me off at the imaging center, just a mile or so from our home. It’s 10:00 AM on...reactions11comments
The Parkinson’s Symptoms Nobody Talks About: Results From Our SurveyParkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurological disorder that affects a person’s ability to move. Most people associate PD with movement or motor...reactions47comments
Living with Parkinson's a Moment at a TimeFor most of us diagnosed with Parkinson’s, we’ll have Parkinson’s as our constant companion for many years. Throw in that it is...reactions21comments
"Am I Seeing Things?" How to Manage HallucinationsPeople with Parkinson’s disease (PD) know that their non-motor symptoms can be more difficult to deal with than their motor issues. About...reactions6comments
The Joy of Being SlowIn case you missed part 1 of this article, you can read it here: A Breathing Corpse Awaketh After 8 years of...reactions20comments
4 Common Types of Leg Pain in Parkinson'sOne of the biggest complaints I hear from people with Parkinson's disease (PD) is severe leg pain. As a fellow, if I...reactions15comments
Parkinson's Disease Is a ThiefParkinson’s is a funny old disease to get your head around. I do not mean funny in the classical "LOL" sense ...reactions49comments
Chasing HappinessI have Parkinson’s disease and for me, that means sometimes when I wake up in the morning, I think and feel that...reactions14comments
What Not to Say to Someone with Parkinson’s DiseaseWe all do it—we all say that thing, putting our foot in our mouths, and then immediately regret it. We tend to...reactions14comments
My Problem with Parkinson's Disease and Spatial AwarenessWe recently visited Jacksonville Beach, Florida, the home of The Tournament Players Club Sawgrass golf course (TPC Sawgrass) and the host of...reactions10comments
Preparing For Your Doctor VisitMaking the most of every appointment with your neurologist is critical since we only see them several times a year. Also, seeing...reactions3comments
Tips for Staying Independent & Living Alone with Parkinson'sPeople often seem surprised that I live alone 6 years into Parkinson's. I actually find it easier than living with someone as...reactionscomments
What’s Your New Normal Since Diagnosis?From physical, emotional, and mental wellness to overall well-being of the family unit, Parkinson’s disease takes a toll—sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly. To...reactions13comments
Using Compassion to Cope with Parkinson's DiseaseLiving with a chronic and progressive illness such as Parkinson’s disease can result in mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety...reactions7comments
