Thoughts on Newton’s Laws and Parkinson’sFor those of you panicking about long-forgotten formulas, tests, slide rules, calculators, and flashbacks to “Intro to Calculus”, relax and sit back. We’re...reactionscomments
My Parkinson's Diagnosis JourneyOn September 26, 2016, my life was relatively normal. I was a 45 year old married guy who was a part of a large extended family. By day, I taught and tutored English. In my spare time, I went hiking. I traveled as much as I could, listened to music, followed baseball, photographed everything, and wrote supernatural action/adventure/archaeology books.reactions2comments
Parkinson's Is More Than a TremorPeople living with Parkinson's disease (PD) experience motor and non-motor symptoms. Although tremor is a well-known symptom of PD, there are many...reactionscomments
Making “I Love You” a Habitual PhraseIt’s 9:00 AM when my phone lights up. “Good Morning, Mary Beth!!!!!!!” My dad’s text message is enthusiastic and seemingly filled with...reactionscomments
The Practical Guide to Herbs and Spices for Parkinson’s DiseaseDid you know herbs and spices provide valuable protection to your neurons (the working unit of your brains) because of their natural...reactions1comment
Finding Strength During Parkinson's Awareness MonthWe dedicate the month of April to Parkinson’s awareness. The reason is simple, April is the birth month of James Parkinson. If...reactions2comments
The Loss of My Car KeysDriving is a very complex subject: Responsible driving involves mastering a certain level of skill, using those skills responsibly through life, realizing...reactions2comments
Dealing with Tremors: Using Meds, Moves, & Humor to CopeMy guess is that most of you reading this know how fictional character James Bond likes his martini prepared. The phrase, “shaken...reactions21comments
Ask for Help: The New Normal SolutionWhen my wife and I got married way back when in 2009 (yes kids, that really was a year), our wedding officiant...reactions2comments
A Phytonutrient Rich Sample Meal Plan for Parkinson'sIn case you missed it, our previous article, “High Antioxidant Meal Plan for People with Parkinson's Disease” details the ins and outs...reactions2comments
Parkinson’s and the Green Eyed MonsterI have a fall issue and just before the virus hit, I had my worst fall to date. I was attempting to...reactions3comments
Parkinson's Awareness Month: Finding a Middle GroundApril 1 marks the first day of Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month. This month, our theme is finding a middle ground. Life is...reactions1comment
Parkinson's Fantasy Versus Reality TelevisionBack when I was a kid, a time known affectionately as “the 1970s,” there was a television show, which was entitled Fantasy...reactions2comments
PD Pundit: PD MachismoOur resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic describing one way people may cope with a Parkinson's diagnosis. He...reactions2comments
Become a ParkinsonsDisease.net AdvocatePlease note: This application is now closed. Would you like to share your experience with Parkinson's disease and help others who are...reactionscomments
People First Language for Us and ThemAs an educator, one of the most important things that I taught to others and other people taught me was the value...reactions2comments
The Future of Parkinson's in the Palm of Your HandsAfter seeing, caring, and treating strangers, patients, and loved ones with devastating brain illnesses such as Parkinson’s, I felt compelled to help...reactionscomments
Exploring Hemp OilWhile I was home for Christmas, I struggled to sleep. I was exhausted, yet my brain refused to shut down, leaving me...reactionscomments
The Power of Your Personal StoryOver eighteen years ago, I attended my first Parkinson’s Action Network (PAN) forum in Washington, DC and I became an advocate for...reactions1comment
“But You Don’t Look Sick?”Occasionally I am surprised when I meet someone new and explain that I have Parkinson’s disease and they will say, “But you...reactionscomments
