My Experience with ImpulsivityThis is the second of 2 articles on dealing with impulsivity. In the first part, "The Problem of Impulsivity and Parkinson's Disease," I discuss the causes of impulsivity. My struggle... By Robert Hunt4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Noticing Dad's Facial MaskingI’m scrolling through comments on a Parkinson’s forum when I read a note from a stranger. She says that she struggles with "facial masking" and she hopes that her loved... By MaryBeth Skylis2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Never Count Yourself Out – Be GrittyOne of the best tools I have used to stick with daily exercising is grit. Grit as a personal characteristic is special. It is a blend of committing to a... By Gretchen Rosswurm2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Neuropsychological AssessmentA sudden event and worsening neurological symptoms in my father forced me and my family to reach out to a specialized neurologist. This doctor has done extensive research in movement... By Juwairiya Syed3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Medical Cannabis For Dyskinesia?My husband, Rob, suffers greatly from dyskinesia, those involuntary movements caused by being on the carbidopa/levodopa for over 20 years. These movements are different from the Parkinson's disease (PD) tremors... By Karen St. Clair2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Swimming and Parkinson’sEvery year, my family travels up north to enjoy a week-long vacation on a Michigan lake. Historically, we’ve travelled to the lapping waves of Lake Huron to freeze our toes... By MaryBeth Skylis2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sleep, Old Buddy, Old Pal ... Where Are You?Parkinson’s disease has many faces ... many guises. Do not be naive and underestimate it. Evidently, there are overt symptoms, which are hard to ignore in the cold light of... By Shamsa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Planning for the Future: What Documents Are Necessary?Planning for the future is necessary when one has Parkinson's disease (PD). Making plans with my spouse, family, or attorney is recommended. Specifically, this is necessary if I cannot verbalize... By Marc Mitnick2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Problem of Impulsivity and Parkinson’s DiseaseLife-changing circumstances, conflict in our relationships, and financial problems, often accompany a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Adapting to life with PD is challenging enough without adding side effects caused... By Robert Hunt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
My Parkinson’s Do Over ListI am often asked what I would do differently about Parkinson’s disease (PD) if I could go back in time. Having spent some time thinking about this, here’s my Parkinson’s... By Phil Horton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Medicare and DementiaAfter years spent calling insurance reps, Googling, and talking to health insurance agents, I have finally accepted the truth. Until my father received a diagnosis confirming he has dementia, I... By Juwairiya Syed2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
I Have Something to Tell YouTo my husband: I have Parkinson’s. Response: A hug and then "Well, at least we know what it is now. Do you want to talk about it? Or let yourself... By Pat LaPointe3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Opulent Orange Foods for Parkinson's DiseaseNavigating life’s speedbumps while managing Parkinson’s disease (PD) can be overwhelming at times, especially if you have additional health concerns. But including the regular consumption of orange foods can offer... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Dementia DiagnosisMy father completed a neuropsychological exam in December 2020. The exam, which is typically 4-6 hours ended up having to be split up into 2 days because he was moving... By Juwairiya Syed3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Losing Mobility and IndependenceIt’s 7 AM, I’m getting ready to make my coffee when I see my dad struggling to transport his own cup to the kitchen. He balances his weight between his... By MaryBeth Skylis2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Are Your Labels Negatively Affecting Your Future?Our self-image is often composed of labels imposed on us by others. Are they the real "you?" When we were young, almost all of us picked up labels that made... By Phil Horton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Preparing For Your Doctor VisitMaking the most of every appointment with your neurologist is critical since we only see them several times a year. Also, seeing a neurologist with a movement disorders specialist (MDS)... By Karen St. Clair2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
What Do I Have Now?Learning to cope with multiple autoimmune and movement disorders is challenging. I was recently doing some research on the National Institutes of Health site and learned that it is fairly... By Thea Destephano3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Free Online Exercise Classes for Parkinson'sEditor's Note: Talk to your doctor before starting or stopping any new exercise routines. I have had Parkinson's disease (PD) since 2020. Exercising is one of the most important treatments for... By Marc Mitnick2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
The Joy of Being SlowIn case you missed part 1 of this article, you can read it here: A Breathing Corpse Awaketh After 8 years of being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, there is one... By Shamsa3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments20 comments