Parkinson’s and "Healing with Horses"...I have Parkinson’s. My biggest issue is balance and I use hiking sticks to get around. When my wife and care partner suggested...reactions2comments
Abdominal spasms...Hi, I am new to this site and newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s about 4 months ago. I am on Sinemet 25/100 4x...reactions5repliesNon-Motor Symptoms
Family life and Parkinson’s disease ...I have PD and it is getting very hard. The emotions, depression , anxiety and pain is hard enough to deal with...reactions22repliesCoping
Workplace Considerations...Everyone deserves to be treated fairly at work, including people with chronic medical conditions or disabilities. It is not only the right...
Health Resources...Living with a chronic health condition can be challenging, frustrating, and tiring. You might feel like your life is on hold. Frequent...
PD Pundit: Support Groups...Our resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic describing the benefits of participating in support groups. Peter shares how...reactions1comment
No Time For Parkinson’s Disease...Hi, I am 62 and feel 42 on my good days. That’s my brain speaking. Not my body. Not now. I was...reactions14comments
Mindful Meditation and Visualization for Parkinson's Anxiety...The initial diagnosis of Parkinson’s can be devastating. A feeling of helplessness, fear, and anxiety are common reactions. I was overcome by...reactions4comments
Accepting this disease...I am having trouble accepting this disease! I have always been independent and now that I can't drive anymore I have to...reactions8repliesAcceptanceCoping
Structure, Structure, Structure...Sometimes, when I decide to act my age, I go off routine. I get wild and have my coffee at 11 AM...reactions3comments
Just how bad is my situation?Really!!...I have read some incredible life stories concerning PD on this site and to be honest, I am impressed by the thoughtfulness...reactions10repliesAcceptanceCoping
A Special Thanks to My Parkinson's Life Coach and Advisor...Thank goodness, I have a Parkinson's life coach (PLC) and advisor. This individual is the best PLC and advisor to lead the Team...reactions15comments
Flour Power Your Way to Parkinson's Protection...Whole grains have a reputation for being good for the heart, but did you know that they can also fuel a healthy...reactionscomments
New Medicine - GOCOVRI...Has anyone tried this medication? I just started and it seems to be good so far. Actually, more than good. I just...reactions5repliesMotor SymptomsParkinsonismYoung Onset (YOPD)
Mom’s Shifting Role as It Relates Parkinson’s...I grew up in a 2 parent home. My dad worked as a realtor. My mom occasionally taught piano lessons and raised...reactions2comments
Having DBS done and going to the dentist...My husband had the DBS done and he has to get his teeth cleaned by hand and not using the drill. His...reactions3replies
Wheelchairs and Bedside Commodes...In the most recent conversation we had with my father’s neurologist, he was able to look back at the progression of my...reactions1comment
Early exposure to chemicals, how is one to know...With respect to a recently posted article, -As a young technician in the computer industry in the 70’s exposed to TCE, a...reactions6repliesAwareness
I Am Nothing Without My Parkinson's Medication...I am nothing without my Parkinson’s medication. A harsh and damning indictment upon my own self-worth. But, nonetheless very true. I could...reactions28comments
Take the Person Before Patient Survey...The Person Before Patient Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! What makes us the people we are? Living with...reactionscomments
