One More Thing I Didn’t KnowWhen we reach a "certain age," we tend to think we know everything we need to know. It may be because we’ve had...reactions2comments
Two Sides of the Parkinson’s ExperienceIn the past I’ve been "blessed?", "burdened?", and "frustrated?" to be a caregiver. Now it is my turn at needing a caregiver...reactions12comments
Parkinson’s Disease CookbooksI was recently reading through comments on a Parkinson’s forum when I came across an idea. Someone wanted to know whether there...reactions2comments
Foods That Help Protect Parkinson's Throughout the Holiday SeasonManaging Parkinson's disease (PD) throughout the holidays is no small feat. Between the alcohol, sweet treats, and increased sedentary time, these sudden...reactionscomments
Lack of Regular ExerciseLast time in "Rogue Genes or Personal Responsibility?," we heard how exercise, although an essential component in the lives of her parents...reactions3comments
The Inevitable Cull of ConnectionsThere was a pivotal, yet somewhat inevitable crossroads juncture that I encountered in my Parkinson’s "journey." The culling of my social connections...reactions4comments
Health Care Decisions for Your FutureAn uncertain future can cause anyone anxiety. Caregivers often worry about making health care decisions. An important step you can take for your loved...reactions1comment
Memory Loss and Parkinson’sMy mom is in the kitchen when I catch her with tears in her eyes. I don’t know what happened, but I’m...reactions6comments
The Joy of JournalingAfter being diagnosed with a serious autoimmune condition at the age of 12, my neurologist suggested I keep a journal to express...reactionscomments
Microaggressions and Parkinson's DiseaseI am aware of social microaggressions in society against minorities, women, politics, and more, through my readings on social mores in America...reactions4comments
Rogue Genes or Personal Responsibility?Posy has pondered whether she should blame her sweet tooth and carb-rich diet for her Parkinson's disease (PD) diagnosis. Maybe that is...reactionscomments
The Timing of Parkinson’s MedicationsWhen my dad was initially diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2013, he began taking levodopa in order to help to curb his...reactionscomments
Improving Quality of Life with Parkinson's and DepressionDepression occurs more frequently and is less often treated than many other Parkinson’s disease (PD) symptoms. Here are some sobering numbers and...reactions2comments
Santa, All I Want For Christmas Is ...Dear Santa, Thank you for all the past holiday gifts you delivered to me such as the great toys, beautiful socks, ties...reactions6comments
Positive or Negative Change Is Hard The self-help industry would have you believe change is easy. Just follow a few steps and you will embrace change. Reality says change is...reactions2comments
Making it to AlaskaIt’s the day before my 30th birthday when I wake to a cold Alaskan morning. It has been a dream of mine...reactions3comments
My Mom, My HeroI have written a lot about my dad who is almost 87 years old and has Parkinson’s disease (PD) and dementia. It’s been...reactionscomments
How to Manage Constipation Throughout the Holiday SeasonThe holiday season rarely runs smoothly. In fact, it can be quite hard. The combination of constipation-inducing medications, large holiday meals, and...reactions4comments
What Follows "You Have Parkinson's Disease?"In 1979 I was unaware of a newly published book that would become meaningful to me 42 years later. Reading Transitions, by...reactions7comments
Maintaining Interest in Hobbies Post DiagnosisAs an introvert, I find comfort in silence. I recharge my batteries from the depths of my home, where I’m commonly reading...reactions7comments
