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
Monitoring Our Self-Care: Part OneWe are no good to someone else if we don’t take care of ourselves first. It sounds selfish, and maybe it is, but it is also the truth. A hierarchy... By Karl Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Decisions, Decisions...When Parkinson's Sets the TermsGenerally, in life, we tend to do things that we feel matter. We spend our time and money on the things we value, ideally. One thing that Parkinson’s does for those... By Dan Glass4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Constipation in Parkinson's: Triggers & TreatmentsThose of us who live with a chronic illness, such as Parkinson’s disease (PD), know from experience that having a sluggish bowel can be one, if not the MOST devastating... By Maria De Leon2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
The Parkinson's TribeThe dictionary says a tribe can consist of a community linked by a common culture and dialect. Sebastian Junger, in his book, Tribe, says, “We have a strong instinct to... By Tom Sheppard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
PD Pundit: Parkinson's Symptoms & Side Effects (Part 3)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 third installment discusses the side effects that occur... By Peter Dunlap-Shohl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
My Trip to the Dentist With Parkinson'sNothing strikes more fear in me than a trip to the dentist. I will make any excuse to avoid it. I know I should go but my head won’t engage... By Michael Church2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How Can I Help Others With Parkinson's?When I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s five years ago, I knew nothing about it nor did I have a clue about the trip it was going to take me on... By Tom Sheppard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Children or No Children When I Have PD?Deciding when and if we should have children is a very personal decision for every woman. The reasons are as varied and as unique as snowflakes. It is also true... By Maria De Leon2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
World Parkinson's Disease DayApril 11th is World Parkinson's Day and April is Parkinson's Awareness Month. Happy birthday to James Parkinson! He was a neurologist, geologist, scientist, and activist. He was born April 11... By Frank Church4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Hiding / Not Hiding with Parkinson's DiseaseIn the world of disabilities, one of the top “don’t say this to me” statements is “but you don’t look sick.” In what it can infer (quit your whining, pull... By Dan Glass4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Having a Strategy to Help Manage Chronic IllnessIn no way do I reduce the severity of chronic illness to a game or even a puzzle, but they all require a plan and a strategic perspective. Without an... By Karl Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Filling a Need: Resources for Parkinson's Patients in Orange County, CAYou have just been diagnosed. Now what? Your doctor gives you good medical advice. But there is much more to be learned. Where do you start? Many feel it is... By Tom Sheppard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Accepting Help: Putting Aside Pride“I don’t need help from strangers coming into my home!” I’ve actually felt this way before and made excuses to justify those feelings. If you or a loved one “necessitates”... By Michael Church2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Degrees of Parkinson's Pain"What is pain like for you?" people often ask me in many different ways. For instance, someone will wonder, "Do your Parkinson’s tremors hurt?" They're annoying, but not painful. Sometimes... By Dan Glass5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Parkinson's Anxieties: Financial StressIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness, like Parkinson's disease, and its side effects. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How I Deal with Chronic Pain in Parkinson'sA large number of aging adults (65+ years of age) and many of us with Parkinson's are dealing with chronic pain. However, chronic pain is not a mandatory part of... By Frank Church5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
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 do it more often when we don’t know... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
Taking an Active Role in Your HealthFor some patients, taking an active role in your health and being more involved in your healthcare team can be challenging. Some individuals may feel overwhelmed by all of the... By Emily Downward3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments