My incident with PD....Hello, I am Ram from India 66 years of age retired after 35 yrs service in Oil and Gas industry. My family is well settled with both daughters in the...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAcceptance
Vertigo ...I seemed to have gotten vertigo a few yrs. ago. Was diagnosed with pd in Aug. I am 75. Looking back, my right hand has been shaking for 7 yrs...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
Microaggressions and Parkinson's Disease...I am aware of social microaggressions in society against minorities, women, politics, and more, through my readings on social mores in America. But, upon further reflection, I began thinking of...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Rogue Genes or Personal Responsibility?...Posy has pondered whether she should blame her sweet tooth and carb-rich diet for her Parkinson's disease (PD) diagnosis. Maybe that is a possibility. But then again, was the culprit...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Timing of Parkinson’s Medications...When my dad was initially diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2013, he began taking levodopa in order to help to curb his symptoms. Initially, his symptoms were somewhat mild. He’d...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Improving Quality of Life with Parkinson's and Depression...Depression occurs more frequently and is less often treated than many other Parkinson’s disease (PD) symptoms. Here are some sobering numbers and thoughts about depression in Parkinson's disease ... Depression...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Can a PD diagnosis stem from a previous injury?...First of all, I am trying to figure out whether or not a previous injury could exaserbate a PD diagnosis. I had an injury in 2005 (comparable to a torn...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiagnosisParkinsonism
Santa, All I Want For Christmas Is ......Dear Santa, Thank you for all the past holiday gifts you delivered to me such as the great toys, beautiful socks, ties, and handkerchiefs. I haven't written to you in...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Positive or Negative Change Is Hard ...The self-help industry would have you believe change is easy. Just follow a few steps and you will embrace change. Reality says change is hard. A new job may be a positive...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Lesser of Two Evils...Greetings, My name is Tim, and I have been wrestling with Parkinson’s for the past nine years after having been diagnosed at the youthful age of 55. For 6 and...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Making it to Alaska...It’s the day before my 30th birthday when I wake to a cold Alaskan morning. It has been a dream of mine to make it to the bush, and after...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
How are you celebrating a stress-free Thanksgiving? Can you share any easy recipes?...Stress free holidays...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
My Mom, My Hero...I have written a lot about my dad who is almost 87 years old and has Parkinson’s disease (PD) and dementia. It’s been a long road for my dad (Steve) and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to Manage Constipation Throughout the Holiday Season...The holiday season rarely runs smoothly. In fact, it can be quite hard. The combination of constipation-inducing medications, large holiday meals, and lengthy sedentary time may have you straining for...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Ultrasound and Parkinson’s ...I recently got some info from a friend concerning ultrasound and tremors. I researched a little and found articles touting its effect on essential tremors. Articles dating back to 2018...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTreatmentResearch & Clinical TrialsAwareness
What Follows "You Have Parkinson's Disease?"...In 1979 I was unaware of a newly published book that would become meaningful to me 42 years later. Reading Transitions, by William Bridges, recently opened my mind and heart...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Maintaining Interest in Hobbies Post Diagnosis...As an introvert, I find comfort in silence. I recharge my batteries from the depths of my home, where I’m commonly reading books or playing music. I think that my...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Don't Refuse, Don't Resist...In Pennsylvania, there is a small town called Centralia. Not much is there, but you may have heard of it since a 1962 mine fire made it infamous. Next year...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Advice for newly diagnosed people with Parkinson's...Receiving a Parkinson's disease diagnosis can bring a flood of questions and emotions. For those who are years into your diagnosis, what tips or advice do you have for those...Reactions0reactionsComments19 repliesNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
Possible early onset Parkinson’s ...Hi. My first symptom was a severe change in handwriting. I’m left handed. General dystonia started on right and was on left within weeks. Dystonia is severe, and had dbs...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesYoung Onset (YOPD)
