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...reactions7comments
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...reactions9comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions8comments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions15comments
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...reactions6comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions10comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions6comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
On Feeling Foggy and FeebleWhen times are good, Posy feels on top of the world, but then there will be a "down" day, wherein Posy feels...reactions26comments
Coping with the Uncertainty of a Melanoma DiagnosisI wrote recently about finding a little spot on my arm, going to my dermatologist, and being diagnosed with Melanoma. People with...reactionscomments
A Final GoodbyeMy Dear ParkinsonsDisease.net Community, It is with a grave heart that I inform you this is my last article for ParkinsonsDisease.net. While...reactions6comments
