Have Poles, Will Walk!There is much to do made of a baby’s “firsts.” First word. First tooth. First step. I do not remember my first...reactions6comments
Parkinson’s and "Healing with Horses"I have Parkinson’s. My biggest issue is balance and I use hiking sticks to get around. When my wife and care partner suggested...reactions2comments
PD Pundit: Support GroupsOur resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic describing the benefits of participating in support groups. Peter shares how...reactions1comment
Mindful Meditation and Visualization for Parkinson's AnxietyThe initial diagnosis of Parkinson’s can be devastating. A feeling of helplessness, fear, and anxiety are common reactions. I was overcome by...reactions4comments
Structure, Structure, StructureSometimes, when I decide to act my age, I go off routine. I get wild and have my coffee at 11 AM...reactions3comments
Is Too "On" Better Than Too "Off"?It is a decision that many of us are forced to make with our medications, at some point with our daily regimen...reactions3comments
A Special Thanks to My Parkinson's Life Coach and AdvisorThank goodness, I have a Parkinson's life coach (PLC) and advisor. This individual is the best PLC and advisor to lead the Team...reactions15comments
Flour Power Your Way to Parkinson's ProtectionWhole grains have a reputation for being good for the heart, but did you know that they can also fuel a healthy...reactionscomments
Making Simple Home AdjustmentsWatching my Dad’s difficulties shift and change with the progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD) is heartbreaking. He was once the strongest person...reactions6comments
Mom’s Shifting Role as It Relates Parkinson’sI grew up in a 2 parent home. My dad worked as a realtor. My mom occasionally taught piano lessons and raised...reactions2comments
Wheelchairs and Bedside CommodesIn the most recent conversation we had with my father’s neurologist, he was able to look back at the progression of my...reactions1comment
How I Deal with DyskinesiaParkinson's disease (PD) can be a socially isolating disease due to the embarrassment patients experience when they’re symptomatic. I know there have...reactions16comments
Life Hacks for People with Parkinson'sSince I was first diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2020, I have been interested in how to make my life easier in...reactions14comments
The Decline and Fall of PosyIn the previous article, What's Wrong with Me?, I described how our erstwhile sparkling young lady was now suffering a myriad of...reactions1comment
Can We Bring an End to Parkinson’s Disease?What is the fastest-growing neurological disease? No, it is not Alzheimer’s. It is Parkinson’s. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is growing at an alarming...reactions1comment
The Bittersweetness of Having a FamilyBeing married and being a mother, alongside having a chronic neurodegenerative illness is hard. I am eternally grateful for my family and...reactions10comments
How a Doctor's Appointment Can Change Your LifeFor years my husband, singer, songwriter, and musician, Rob Barteletti, had been sitting in his recliner watching hours of sports each day...reactions5comments
I Was Invisible For A Few HoursThe Cherry Creek Art Festival is held in the Cherry Creek area of Denver during the first weekend in July. Our art-loving family...reactions3comments
Finding a New DoctorThis week I received notice from my doctor that he was leaving town to take another job. So, again, I have to...reactions2comments
Fuel for the Berry Best Protection Against Parkinson's DiseaseBerries have been getting great press for their memory benefits for years. Then after the MIND diet arrived around 2015, berries won...reactions3comments
