Community Views: Most Common Misdiagnoses for Parkinson's DiseaseParkinson’s disease (PD) is not as easy to diagnose as you might expect. All too often, doctors see one symptom – usually tremor – and make a diagnosis without looking...reactions34comments
Parkinson's Tremors and Other Obstacles on the Golf CourseSome days you know, before you even get out of bed, that it is just not going to be one of your better days. With Parkinson’s disease (PD), those days...reactions4comments
Is Marijuana a Treatment Option for People with Parkinson's Disease?The stigma surrounding marijuana has been fading for some time. In recent years, it has been fully legalized for medical use in 33 states and Washington, D.C., though it is...reactions1comment
Lewy Body Dementia, Dementia With Lewy Bodies, Diffuse Lewy Body Disease: Are They All the Same?Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a brain disorder that leads to problems with thinking, movement, behavior, and mood. LBD is sometimes known by other names. These include: LBD is a...reactions10comments
Growing Online and Virtual Opportunities for CaregiversI recently participated in an online meeting where staff members of various Parkinson’s organizations were commenting on the forced necessity of moving support, education, and exercise programs online to continue...reactionscomments
Community Views: 7 Lesser Known Parkinson’s Symptoms You Wish Would DisappearParkinson’s disease (PD) is far more complicated than simply dealing with tremor. This diagnosis can affect the entire body, including the brain and how it functions. To learn more about...reactions32comments
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Anxiety, Apathy, & Parkinson's: My Approach for Coping with These SymptomsPart of what has sustained my mobility and my sanity with living with Parkinson’s disease for 30+ years has been a combination of good neurological assistance, medication, and basic common...reactions8comments
Community Views: What Are Some of the Hardest Parkinson’s Symptoms to Manage?It is easy to get caught up in the game of "If only..." such as, "If only things were a little different." With Parkinson’s disease, it makes sense that anyone...reactions136comments
COVID-19 Updates, July 16: Updates on People at Risk, Testing, Reopening, and a VaccineEven after months of navigating life in the COVID-19 era, keeping up with new information and news can be overwhelming. Below are some of the latest developments surrounding COVID-19 for...reactionscomments
From Urinary Incontinence to Parkinson's: My Father's Diagnosis StoryIn January 2018, my father received his Green Card in the mail. I knew what it was the minute I grabbed the envelope from the mailbox. When I handed him...reactionscomments
Long Distance (Virtual) Caregiving: Staying ConnectedWhen someone you love is sick, it can cause stress and anxiety. Illness, especially Parkinson's, can take a physical and emotional toll on caregivers and family, particularly when they are...reactionscomments
My Many Moods with Parkinson'sIt had been a long day at work. I finally closed shop on the afternoon. At that moment I walked to the car, I was exhausted from too much conversation...reactions38comments
Bringing Grit to the Parkinson's JourneyAfter years of Rock Steady Boxing, exercise classes, support groups, conferences, and one on one conversations, I believe that grit is key to a better life with Parkinson's. "True Grit"...reactions4comments
What to Expect When You're Newly Diagnosed With Parkinson'sThe most frequent and empowering post in Parkinson's Bizarroworld is the question that asks, "Newly Diagnosed with Parkinson's: Now What?". After all, that's the question with the most significant answer...reactions20comments
Nutrition Needs for People with Parkinson's: High Protein Diet?I am sitting in a tightly packed coffee shop in New York City, working on my writing when, as my song changes, I catch a snippet of the conversation next...reactions3comments
How Do I Safely Dispose of Old or Unused Medication?Today more people are aware that old and unused drugs can be dangerous to keep around the house. Leftover drugs may be stolen and misused, look like candy to a...reactionscomments
Community Views: How Does the Weather Affect Parkinson’s Disease?It is not your imagination. The weather can absolutely have an effect on your Parkinson’s. It is something that is not talked about often, but that does not mean it...reactions7comments
Frustrations Around Medicare ChangesWith the new year came a lot of new things - resolutions, expectations, and hope for a brighter future. What is something that squashes that hope? Good ‘ole Medicare. Many...reactions2comments
What Is Vascular Parkinsonism?Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a disorder that affects muscle movement. It is caused by damage to certain areas of the brain. Symptoms of PD include muscle tremors, slowness, and difficulty...reactions3comments
