Ups and Downs...I’ve been wanting to share my story for some time, but never actually sat down to give it a go. It’s 2:05...reactions2comments
Fermented Foods for Mental Health...Fermented foods (and beverages) have been a part of cultures around the world for thousands of years, as fermentation provides a way...reactionscomments
Can Exercise Really Help My PD?...I decided a long time ago in my 22 years living with Parkinson’s disease, that I wasn’t going to let PD’s effects...reactionscomments
Basic Mindfulness Meditation Instructions for PWP – Part 2...This blog post is Part 2 of a basic set of instructions for mindfulness meditation, tailored specifically for people with Parkinson’s disease...reactionscomments
Basic Mindfulness Meditation Instructions for PWP – Part 1...Mindfulness meditation has become a hot topic in the last several decades. It shows up in innumerable health studies, news articles, books...reactions6comments
Are Your Skin Problems Related to Parkinson’s?...Over the years, I have often referred to myself as a Dermatology Poster Child. My skin has been sensitive since day 1...reactions6comments
What Do You Know About Parkinson's Disease? Take Our Quiz!...While Parkinson’s disease (PD) can affect everyone differently, there is common ground among community members. To find out more about how people...reactions1comment
The Psychotic Side of Parkinson's...My husband was diagnosed in 2009. Was on dopamine agonists. Within months developed compulsive behavior (sexual) left me for 3 months, had...reactions1comment
Parkinson's Fatigue & Narcolepsy...For as long as I can remember, I've been prone to long sleeps. As a kid, I could hit the 10-12 hour...reactionscomments
Managing Parkinson’s Comorbidities: Routine Doctor Visits...On August 26th, I celebrated my 49th journey around the sun. The next day, I went for a maintenance / road-worthiness physical...reactions12comments
Soggy thoughts...I was diagnosed with Parkinson's 5 years ago, and boy how time flies. Then I tore my right quadriceps tendon and had...reactions1comment
On Traveling When Your Dad Has Parkinson's...I’ve always had the kind of soul that’s hungry to see new beginnings - a gentle sunrise over the Smoky Mountains or...reactions2comments
Restarting My Self-Care During Quarantine...For the last few months, I have thought about all my fellow care partners often. I'm often wondering how caregivers are coping...reactionscomments
A Surprising Relationship: Parkinson’s Disease & Melanoma...Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes, and Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive movement disorder that affects...reactionscomments
Does Medical Marijuana Help Improve Parkinson's Symptoms?...Medical marijuana, known also as medical cannabis, has had mixed clinical results as a treatment to alleviate symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD)...reactions3comments
Lauren Simmons' Extraordinary Life with Parkinson's...We have all read or heard inspiring stories of exceptional people with Parkinson's. Running marathons, riding bikes for great distances, or climbing...reactions5comments
Music Therapy: Sing Your Way Through Parkinson’s...Music has always been uplifting, and it turns out it can also be good for your health. People with Parkinson’s disease (PD)...reactions2comments
Speaking Slurganese: The Inability to Communicate...I am speaking a new language these days. I call it slurganese. And I didn't even have to take lessons or purchase...reactions3comments
How To Get Through Days When You Can't Fight Parkinson's Anymore...We have all been there. After a bad night you give up and drag yourself out of bed. It’s 4:30am. Yes, 4:30!...reactions2comments
