Swallowing Problems and Parkinson’s..."Swallowing is a big deal for Parkinson’s people," Dad explains one early morning. I know that he is hinting at one of...reactions7comments
Is There a Study Guide for this Exam?...Those of us with Parkinson’s disease (PD) have concerns about the various symptoms looming in our future. I have heard people discuss...reactions9comments
Letters to Myself: Gaining Perspective...You can read part one of this letter here: Letters to Myself: Basic Training Dear 18-year-old Dan, In September of 2016, you’ll...reactionscomments
DatScan Nuclear Testing ...Has anyone had the 3part nuclear datscan testing done?.. if so, please let me know about your experience. I'm scheduled to have...reactions1reply
skin problem with Parkinson's...Does anyone else, besides me and my brother, have "dandruff on the skin"?...reactions6replies
Deep Brain Stimulation: What I Have Learned...This month, I observe the sixth anniversary of my deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery for Parkinson's disease (PD). As I reflect on...reactions8comments
Dads Inappropriate social behaviour. ...I need some helpful suggestions. Dad was diagnosed about 15 yrs ago and his impulse control has recently all but disappeared. He...reactions10repliesNon-Motor SymptomsMental Health
Reflecting on Vivid Dreams: A Precursor to Parkinson's?...Nighttime is not good for Posy. Actually, it never has been. Why was a very confident, happy child so fearful of the...reactions4comments
Newby...I was just diagnosed with Parkinson's 3 days ago. I'm still in shock although I suspected it. 3 years ago my legs...reactions1reply
A High Fiber Sample Meal Plan for Parkinson’s...Are your infrequent "number 2s" giving you the blues? It’s possible that you aren’t getting enough fiber in your diet. In case...reactionscomments
Adding Complementary Therapies To Your Toolkit Can Have Real Results...What brings us happiness does not always mesh with what is found to be healthy. Chips, cookies, cake, and too much of...reactions2comments
Melanoma Surgery and Parkinson’s...This article is the third and last of my melanoma series. In case you missed it, you can read about my diagnosis...reactionscomments
“She looks good, she really does...”...“She looks good, she really does”, I overheard them saying, then... "It’s awful though she had difficulty remembering my name.” If only...reactions5comments
Favorite Games or Activities...Now it's Fall and we will be more indoors, can you share what is your favorite game or activity?...reactions10repliesTips & Advice
Maintaining Independence Through Occupational Therapy...I have always been a bit of a klutz and have had difficulty knowing how to use my body effectively. But, physical...reactions15comments
On Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease in My Dad...If you’ve gone down the rabbit hole of potential Parkinson’s disease (PD) symptoms, chances are that you’ve encountered dementia. The infamous dementia...reactions6comments
Parkinson’s Home Hacks...I’ve noticed that my dad takes advantage of certain household features when Parkinson’s makes his day uncertain. For example, he frequently leans...reactionscomments
Letters to Myself: Basic Training...April 15, 1990 Dear 18-year-old Dan, I’d like to tell you that things get better than this nasty punishment you’re in right...reactionscomments
Dealing with someone with pd who is having rages...I am on the other side of PD. My husband was diagnosed in 2014. He is now 68 A nice man. I...reactions6repliesCoping
