How to Sneak into a National Park for FreeOne of the most important things that we can do for Parkinson’s disease (PD) is to stay loose. Seeing as the PD...reactionscomments
Dreams: Parkinson's StyleEver since I can remember, I have always been fascinated by my dreams. I tend to remember a lot of these mini...reactions14comments
Fishing for Thoughts in the Ocean of LifeAs a newer Parkie, I often find people commenting on my optimism with a response that they too felt the days of...reactionscomments
PD Pundit: Cheshire Parkies & Speech ChallengesTo read the rest of the "PD Pundit" series, click here...reactions3comments
Now Hiring: Executive For My Brain - Apply WithinThe first step in getting help is admitting you have a problem… I say, “Hi my name is Perky Parkie and I have...reactions2comments
Just A Month for Awareness?Another April and a month of Parkinson’s Awareness Month has come and gone - and yet, it hasn’t! For those of us...reactionscomments
What Is Capgras Syndrome?Capgras syndrome (CS) could have you, as a caregiver or care partner, trying to convince a loved one that you are not...reactions3comments
Parkinson's Disease and Military VeteransWith Memorial Day recently passing, I would be remiss if I did not address the recent scientific discovery of exposure to manufactured...reactions9comments
Parkinson’s Can’t Stop Us!Although Parkinson’s is believed to be an illness which affects older individuals, it does not discriminate based on social status, ethnicity, gender...reactions1comment
To Journal is DivineWhen I think of keeping a journal on any part of my life I’m am literally petrified with fear. My sister has...reactionscomments
Light Therapy: A New Tool for Managing Parkinson'sNear infrared light (NIr), a low level laser or LED (light emitting diode) is a new neuroprotective approach being tested in labs...reactionscomments
Blogs Can Build Community!In March 2018, I spent an amazing three days in Philadelphia. As contributors/bloggers for Health Union’s site, ParkinsonsDisease.net, Angela and I were invited...reactions1comment
Hiking Through the Rigidity of Parkinson'sDespite having Parkinson’s, I love to go hiking to stay active. I get to push out my energy as I surround myself...reactionscomments
What Gets You Through the Day?Living with PD can have its physical, mental, and emotional challenges. Sometimes, just getting through one day at a time can be...reactions1comment
PD Pundit: Adapting to the "New You"To read the rest of the "PD Pundit" series, click here...reactions2comments
Smartphone Apps Track PD Symptoms & SeverityMore than 200 million Americans now own smartphones, among two billion users worldwide. Some people use them to make and take calls...reactionscomments
10 Things That Your Doctor May Not Have Shared with You About Parkinson’s DiseaseThese 10 suggestions are just that—suggestions for what I have found to work for myself. I encourage you to find or develop...reactions8comments
Using Radical Acceptance to Cope with Parkinson's DiseaseReceiving a new diagnosis of Parkinson's disease can be both validating and scary. It is common for questions to arise and strong emotions...reactions7comments
[DO NOT PUBLISH] The Emotional Toll of Chronic IllnessTrigger WarningThe content includes information related to mental and emotional distress and it might be upsetting to some people. If you or...reactions2comments
Ski School DropoutA recent family vacation with friends to the Great Smoky Mountains included a painful reminder that at times I still struggle to...reactionscomments
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