Hiking the Parkinson's TrailSometimes, our lives transpire in such a way that it seems that the universe is trying to prepare us for future challenges. Be this through success or failure, our adult... By Dan Glass5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Resilience and Parkinson’s DiseaseThe term resilience can have many meanings. It is associated with personality traits or a description of character, and prior to 2020, resilience was more widely used in academia than... By Phil Horton2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Using Technology to Fight Parkinson’sAs I watch my dad’s Parkinson’s progress, I’m always looking for ways to combat his symptoms. He already addresses diet, and exercise on his own. But I think that we... By MaryBeth Skylis2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Swallowing Problems and Parkinson’s"Swallowing is a big deal for Parkinson’s people," Dad explains one early morning. I know that he is hinting at one of his current challenges although he doesn’t outright say... By MaryBeth Skylis2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Is There a Study Guide for this Exam?Those of us with Parkinson’s disease (PD) have concerns about the various symptoms looming in our future. I have heard people discuss if, when, or how fast they might lose... By Lorraine Wilson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Letters to Myself: Gaining PerspectiveYou can read part one of this letter here: Letters to Myself: Basic Training Dear 18-year-old Dan, In September of 2016, you’ll learn that the rigidity of dystonia prevented your... By Dan Glass3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Deep Brain Stimulation: What I Have LearnedThis month, I observe the sixth anniversary of my deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery for Parkinson's disease (PD). As I reflect on that experience, I am reminded of some of... By John Bennett3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Reflecting on Vivid Dreams: A Precursor to Parkinson's?Nighttime is not good for Posy. Actually, it never has been. Why was a very confident, happy child so fearful of the dark? Every shadow was a bad person coming... By Posy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
A High Fiber Sample Meal Plan for Parkinson’sAre your infrequent "number 2s" giving you the blues? It’s possible that you aren’t getting enough fiber in your diet. In case you missed it, see The Benefits of Fiber... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Adding Complementary Therapies To Your Toolkit Can Have Real ResultsWhat brings us happiness does not always mesh with what is found to be healthy. Chips, cookies, cake, and too much of a good thing are a great example of... By Karl Robb3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Melanoma Surgery and Parkinson’sThis article is the third and last of my melanoma series. In case you missed it, you can read about my diagnosis and how I've been coping in the articles:... By Phil Horton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Maintaining Independence Through Occupational TherapyI have always been a bit of a klutz and have had difficulty knowing how to use my body effectively. But, physical therapy (PT) taught me how to overcome freezing... By Thea Destephano2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
On Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease in My DadIf you’ve gone down the rabbit hole of potential Parkinson’s disease (PD) symptoms, chances are that you’ve encountered dementia. The infamous dementia grabs hold of our faculties, causing changes to... By MaryBeth Skylis2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Parkinson’s Home HacksI’ve noticed that my dad takes advantage of certain household features when Parkinson’s makes his day uncertain. For example, he frequently leans on the piano while he’s making his way... By MaryBeth Skylis3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Caregiver Tips to Manage Sundowning in Parkinson's DementiaAs a certified speech pathologist, I counsel patients with Parkinson's dementia and their families on the symptoms of sundowning. Sundowning is a neuropsychiatric symptom that begins at the time of... By Marc Mitnick2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Letters to Myself: Basic TrainingApril 15, 1990 Dear 18-year-old Dan, I’d like to tell you that things get better than this nasty punishment you’re in right now, but that’s all a matter of perspective... By Dan Glass3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tactics to Improve SleepHow’s your sleep? Are you getting enough? According to studies, the average adult needs between 7 and 9 hours of sleep. More than 75 percent of people with Parkinson’s report issues... By Robert Hunt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Engulfed by the Enormity of the DiagnosisWhen I was first diagnosed 8 long years ago, I recall letting out a guttural wail ... an aching sound that emanated from the deep recesses of my being. I... By Shamsa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
L-Theanine Benefits for Parkinson’s DiseaseA few months before my family member was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease (PD), she had difficulty sleeping through the night. First, we tried all the standard therapies I use with... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Eyes! My Eyes! Parkinson’s Vision ProblemsI began to notice I was having some issues reading. It was okay for about 10 minutes or so and then I would get a headache, the page became blurry, and... By Phil Horton2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments