How I Am Managing MicrographiaMy first inkling I had Parkinson’s disease (PD) was when I realized that I had micrographia at work. I am a certified...reactions4comments
Flavonoids: Powerful Phytonutrients for PDWhile flav is in the name, it’s not their only end game! Besides being tasty, flavonoids also provide brain-boosting benefits that can...reactions1comment
The Criminal Intent of Parkinson's"They" say that Parkinson's doesn’t shuffle people off this mortal coil. Instead, "they" would blame Parkinson’s related health "concerns" (like aspiration pneumonia...reactions10comments
The Repercussions of Stepping out of Your Comfort ZonePosy previously described how she performed at a soirée under difficult conditions. Here, she will describe her conclusions about taking risks. She...reactions16comments
My Parkinson’s Life with Neurological Physical TherapyAt one time or another, most of us have been prescribed physical therapy to aid in the treatment and recovery from a...reactions17comments
Declutter Your Space and Declutter Your MindI have always found it more soothing to live in a clear neat environment. However I soon discovered how quickly your living...reactions12comments
Stepping Out of Your Comfort ZonePosy wonders if the only way to live meaningfully is to keep challenging herself. She has been "working" very hard for a...reactions8comments
My PhD From The School of Getting OldAs I come ever closer to my 80th birthday, I feel I’ve gotten a PhD from the School of Getting Old. Through...reactions16comments
Expending Too Much Energy With Parkinson's Disease is DangerousOne day last week, I did too much physical activity in one day. I went to the gym with my occupational therapist...reactions17comments
The Price is Right! Or Is It? Parkinson's Meds and MeI take medications to control certain symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. I consider myself fortunate that there are generic forms of the drugs...reactions5comments
How I Benefit from Rock Steady Boxing WorkoutsRock Steady Boxing (RSB) is a boxing exercise program dedicated to helping people with Parkinson's reduce the symptoms associated with this insidious...reactions10comments
How Dad’s Favorite TV Show Turned into a NightmareMost of us have seen Alone before. But if you haven’t, it’s an adventure, survivalist show that takes 10 people and drops...reactions9comments
When You Are Doing Well, What Could Possibly Go Wrong?I’ve been doing well the last 9 months. My balance has been better (lots of physical therapy), my symptoms progression has slowed down...reactions13comments
Kind, Gentle, Whispers: A Message to My Newly Diagnosed SelfWhen I was first diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, at the age of 28, I did the typical and oh so common thing...reactions7comments
I Want My IndependenceAs with most of us with Parkinson's disease, I want to be able to do as much as I possibly can for...reactions8comments
How to Decrease Your Risk of HemorrhoidsDoes going number 2 have you seeing red? You may have hemorrhoids – swelling of the veins within the anus and lower...reactions4comments
Dad’s Levodopa Timing and Side EffectsLevodopa was seen as a miracle drug when it first became available to Parkinson’s patients. Since its emergence, it’s become the main...reactions2comments
When Parkinson’s Causes MayhemIt was one of those days where almost nothing went right and there is no one to blame except for Mr. Parkinson’s...reactions1comment
The Tough Decision to Put Dad In A Nursing HomeMy head and heart have been filled with negative thoughts related to my father’s recent move to a skilled nursing home. I’m trying...reactionscomments
Words Have a New MeaningMultitasking used to be loading a couple of loads of laundry while loading the dishes and cleaning kitchen counters. Now it’s Monday...reactions11comments
