How I Refocus My Feelings of Positivity Through a Frank Sinatra SongThe Memorial Day weekend was rained out. Thunderstorms canceled the festivities. I was feeling a little bit down so I put on some Frank...reactions3comments
How to Bake for Better Parkinson's Disease ProtectionBaked goods get a bad rap and are often branded as "empty calories." So when clients ask, "How can I bake and...reactions6comments
To Sleep or Not to Sleep, That is the ConundrumI am tired, as in weary. I am tired of watching the clock to take medications and know when I can eat...reactions18comments
Parkinson’s and Mental Health: Adding Therapy To My Regimen I grew up with parents who disregarded and ridiculed any mention of mental issues that couldn’t be fixed by the Bible and...reactions1comment
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
Words of Advice from Sparky DogRecently, I found myself sitting on the couch when my puppy Sparky jumped up on my lap to discuss the state of...reactionscomments
My Experience - Mental Health is Crucial!Mental and physical wellbeing are equally important. I’ve learned the hard way. Medical emergencies like stroke, heart attack, and such may be more...reactions8comments
An Unwanted SuperpowerWhen did I become invisible? Over the last several months I have had multiple doctor and clinic appointments. One glaring thing I...reactions2comments
The Voices of Our Community: Marc MitnickWelcome to the ParkinsonsDisease.net interview series, "The Voices of Our Community," where we highlight the unique voices and experiences of people living...reactions5comments
The Voices of Our Community: Shamsa HussainWelcome to the ParkinsonsDisease.net interview series, "The Voices of Our Community," where we highlight the unique voices and experiences of people living...reactions6comments
The Voices of Our Community: Frank ChurchWelcome to the ParkinsonsDisease.net interview series, "The Voices of Our Community," where we highlight the unique voices and experiences of people living...reactions3comments
The Voices of Our Community: Phil HortonWelcome to the ParkinsonsDisease.net interview series, "The Voices of Our Community," where we highlight the unique voices and experiences of people living...reactions8comments
Taking a Trip ... But Not a VacationAfter 2 years, we finally traveled from Florida to New Jersey to visit our new grandchild that we have never seen. We stayed...reactions5comments
The Benefit of Coffee and Tea for Parkinson’sCaffeinated beverages such as coffee and tea can be both a blessing and a curse. While they are rich in nutrients and...reactions1comment
Smartphone Applications for Parkinson’s ManagementI always find technology interesting because of its ability to push us into the future. During my lifetime, we’ve gone from living...reactions8comments
Important Transitions In Managing My Parkinson’s Changes, good or bad, seem to happen with glacial speed in Parkinson’s. Nothing seems to happen overnight. My symptoms are probably getting worse...reactions18comments
How to Live a Low-Sodium Lifestyle with Parkinson’s DiseaseFeeling salty about cutting down on sodium? I get it. I often hear from clients that it can be a big challenge...reactions1comment
Therapy and MedicationLike many people with Parkinson’s disease, I noticed that I was having issues with being bummed out and worried prior to being...reactions4comments
The Emma Watch: A Wearable Device to Ease PD TremorsEditor's Note: The Emma Watch was a prototype designed by Microsoft specifically made for someone with PD. Unfortunately, it is uncertain if...reactions37comments
Who Gets Parkinson's?Genes, inflammation, diet ... There are thoughts on what might predispose or cause a person to develop Parkinson's disease. Posy wonders if...reactionscomments
