"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 20 percent of those with PD will at...Bookmark for later
Weigh In: The Lesser Known Symptoms of Parkinson'sWe at ParkinsonsDisease.net often hear from you, the community, that the lesser known, non-motor symptoms are some of the hardest to manage. And every week, you graciously vote in our...Bookmark for later
Psychotic SymptomsPsychosis can be a scary word for many people. They might not understand what it means. The best way to think of psychosis is as a state in which a...Bookmark for later
Chasing HappinessI have Parkinson’s disease and for me, that means sometimes when I wake up in the morning, I think and feel that "Life is pain." I'm at the stage of the...Bookmark for later
Live in the Moment and Live WellWhen I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease (PD), I thought I would never feel joy, friendship, love, or mastery again. I dwelled on things I could not change and wasted...Bookmark for later
Self-Care Is Not a Luxury but a NecessitySelf-care for someone with Parkinson’s disease (PD) is not indulgent or egotistical. Self-care is about preservation, longevity, doing most of what you want to do, and helping yourself to be...Bookmark for later
Stop PD Symptoms from Getting in the Way of Your LifeI am sure that all of us who live with this illness have experienced times of extreme hardship. These experiences in turn have made us wonder how and if it...Bookmark for later
Caregiver Tips for Managing Parkinson’s Disease DementiaParkinson’s disease (PD) is an illness largely defined by changes in motor control. Early symptoms include tremors, stiffness, and walking/balance problems. As the disease progresses, many will also develop dementia...Bookmark for later
Getting Prepared: What’s Next?When someone you love is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD), it’s natural to feel overwhelmed, scared, angry, or sad. It can help to learn more and be prepared for changes...Bookmark for later
What Makes a Good Doctor?Finding the right doctor to manage Parkinson's disease (PD) can take time. Each person's Parkinson's experience is unique and what they look for in a healthcare provider relationship can vary...Bookmark for later
