Primer on Parkinson’s (Part 2): Motor-Related SymptomsPart one of this series discusses the basics of Parkinson's disease, including what it is, how it develops, and more. Part two discusses the motor symptoms of Parkinson's. The definition... By Frank Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
A Purpose, A Passion, and a Plan!Recently, I came down with a nasty cold. I hadn’t had a cold in several years. I made it through bitter winters and steamy summers without a cold. The 2019... By Karl Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Doubting Ourselves & How to Deal with ItDoubt is a tricky sense that can save us when we may have erred in judgment, but it can also keep us from going outside our comfort zone which could... By Karl Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Going Through Life-Changing Experiences with Parkinson'sThere’s something about life-changing events that can truly be felt by everyone. For instance, when we reflect from mid to later life on people we once knew, we might say... By Dan Glass5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
5 Travel Tips When You’re on the Go with PDSummer is upon us which means traveling with family for many of us. It also is a time to get away from the heat and head to cooler climates. You... By Maria De Leon4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Faith, Spirituality, and Chronic IllnessWhen it comes to living with a chronic illness, people rely on different things to help guide them through their daily struggles. Some people in the community have mentioned that... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Positive Things to Say to PD PatientsWhy is it important for someone with Parkinson’s disease to hear something positive said to them? There is enough negativity around us, be it environmental, political, domestic or international, those... By Karl Robb3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
PD Pundit: Overcoming Learned HelplessnessOur resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic sharing his thoughts on learned helplessness in Parkinson's and how to overcome it. To read the rest of the... By Peter Dunlap-Shohl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Staying Positive with Parkinson's!In a People magazine interview, Michael J. Fox discussed his experience with Parkinson’s disease (PD). He said it made him stronger, wiser, and more compassionate. He inspired many Parkies with... By John Bennett3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Primer on Parkinson's: Back to the BasicsWhen I received the news of my Parkinson's diagnosis, I had done enough of playing "Doctor Google" that it didn't come as a total surprise. Nonetheless, it was an emotionally... By Frank Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
A Philosophy for Living with Parkinson's: Finding Meaning in Life As a writer, one of my main interests is to look at the deeper meanings of life and how we live it. In no small part, this was something... By Dan Glass5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
5 Common Warning Signs Pointing to Poorly Controlled PDOver the years, I have noticed as a physician and a patient that many of us don’t pay close attention to what our bodies are telling us until it is... By Maria De Leon8 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Parkinson's Anxieties: Isolation & MisunderstandingIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members across various conditions on what it’s... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor After DiagnosisGetting a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease can be shocking and overwhelming. It is a chronic degenerative condition that can be challenging to live with since it affects your movement. Because... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Sharing Your Experience with Parkinson'sHave you ever asked the question “Why me?” or more precisely, “Why do I have Parkinson's disease?”. It’s a legitimate question, to which there is no easy answer, but it's... By Michael Church2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Parkinson’s Disease and Pelvic Floor DysfunctionParkinson’s disease (PD) can affect many aspects of the body, certainly not to leave out the pelvic floor. What’s the pelvic floor, you ask? It is a group of muscles... By Christina Hegarty4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Tips to Better Navigate Raising Children in the Midst of IllnessEstablishing a conversation regarding Parkinson's disease (PD) is an important part of parenting in the midst of illness. My conversations with my daughter have been evolving over time. As she... By Maria De Leon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Real Optimism for Parkinson's Through Technological InnovationsLet me just say it: I love technology! Technology makes us who we are. It advances us as a species. From fire and the wheel to Deep Brain Stimulation and... By Dan Glass4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Monitoring Our Self-Care: Part TwoTechnology, medical discoveries, and overall innovations have made our lives better, healthier, and more productive, but has it reduced our frustration level? Are we happier in the 21st century than our... By Karl Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
PD Pundit: Parkinson's Symptoms & Side Effects (Part 4)Our resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic in a four-part series on Parkinson's symptoms and side effects. This fourth and final installment discusses drug interactions. To... By Peter Dunlap-Shohl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments