Living Alone with Parkinson’s DiseaseAny new diagnosis can bring with it questions, fears, and concerns for the future. A diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD), a chronic lifelong condition for which there is no cure... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Speaking in "Parki-nese": Challenges with SpeechWhat if you woke up tomorrow morning and couldn’t speak? How would it affect your life? Think about it. You couldn’t tell your family good morning, cell phones would be... By Michael Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
PD Pundit: REM Sleep DisturbancesTo read the rest of the "PD Pundit" series, click here... By Peter Dunlap-Shohl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Rock Steady Boxing: An Exercise Class to Manage PD SymptomsThe benefits of exercise have been touted as essential to a healthy lifestyle for decades. Running, cross training, yoga, and Pilates have all had their time on the front pages... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Doctors vs. PatientsDoctors vs. patients? It seems like a contradiction, but in far too many cases, that is exactly the scenario described. Doctors, more specifically, neurologists because we are talking here about... By Michael Church2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Late Stage PD: 10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Cognitive IssuesCognition in Parkinson’s disease (PD) is generally categorized into 3 stages: early, moderate, and late. Not everyone with PD will experience this change in mental processing, but for those who... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
How to Make the Most of Your Doctor's VisitThere are many useful tips that you can utilize before, during and after your appointment with the neurologist to make every minute count. Here are just a few to help... By Michael Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
An Attitude of Gratitude: Changing Your BrainEach November, we have a special tradition - #30daysofThanksgiving. We express gratitude on our Facebook page for the 30 days of November for the many blessings in our lives. We... By Gretchen Church2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips for Dealing with Holiday StressSometimes, when living with a chronic illness like Parkinson’s, little things that used to bring us joy can cause distress as our disease advances. Oftentimes we silence that deep voice... By Maria De Leon2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Parkinson’s Christmas List! What I REALLY Want!I have decided to go public with my Christmas List. I was asked to do so by a friend of mine who also has Parkinson’s that caught a glimpse of... By Gretchen Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
PD Pundit: Falling & What To Do About It (Part One)To read the rest of the "PD Pundit" series, click here... By Peter Dunlap-Shohl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
3 Tips to Making the Most of the HolidaysHere we are again approaching what many people feel is one of the most stressful periods of the year although its intention by design is to be one of joy... By Maria De Leon2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
PD Pundit: Falling & What To Do About It (Part Two)To read "Falling: Part One" or the rest of the "PD Pundit" series, click here... By Peter Dunlap-Shohl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Holiday Stress and Parkinson's DiseaseI know the holidays are upon us and like many families that brings tremendous stress and, on top of that, you’ve got Parkinson’s. This is NOT a good combination! You’ve... By Michael Church2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Progressive Phobia of Parkinson’sGreetings fellow sojourners throughout the Parkinson’s community. I would like to offer my opinion of the progression of this wretched disease and offer coping mechanisms that actually promote healthy and... By Michael Church3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
To Laugh or Cry: Humor Usually WinsI often say that you can laugh or you can cry about your situation. Either way, the situation will still be there, regardless of how you choose to try to... By Karl Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
There Is A Big Difference Between Giving Up and QuittingYou can only bang your head on the garage door so many times before you realize that the door isn’t going to go up that way. Once you stop, regroup... By Karl Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
PD Pundit: The Lymphatic SystemTo read the rest of the "PD Pundit" series, click here... By Peter Dunlap-Shohl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
5 Acts of Giving Thanks for ThanksgivingIt is easy on occasion to overlook the people and blessings in our lives, especially when dealing with a chronic condition like Parkinson's. This Thanksgiving, try looking at the holiday... By Karl Robb2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What Can Giving Back Give You?Giving can seem like a one way street. We let go of something that belongs to us - often our money or clothing or food - so that someone in... By NinaHU1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments