Vivid Dreams and Parkinson’s...Parkinson’s disease affects neurons in the brain that release a molecule called dopamine. Dopamine helps to regulate our movements, emotions, and sleep. Damage to these neurons can affect your motor...reactions2comments
Shamsa Hussain...In 2012, Shamsa noticed her first Parkinson’s symptom at 27 years old. She had just gotten married and graduated with a Masters's in Education from The University of Cambridge. She...
Marc Mitnick...Marc Mitnick is a certified Speech Pathologist and patient advocate. He graduated from NovaSoutheastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, with a Master's Degree in Speech Pathology and specializes in Neurogenic speech...
Cats and fall risks....I am trying to find out if anyone can tell me about their experiences with a cat. I would like to adopt an older, sedate cat, but would like to...reactions3repliesTips & Advice
Be your own doctor...I have found that my condition - Vascular Parkinsonism, self-diagnosed seven years ago - is something about which virtually every medical professional I have encountered knows nothing about, and, with...reactions7repliesParkinsonismCoping
Thoughts on Newton’s Laws and Parkinson’s...For those of you panicking about long-forgotten formulas, tests, slide rules, calculators, and flashbacks to “Intro to Calculus”, relax and sit back. We’re not going in that direction and we’re only...reactionscomments
My battle with Parkinson ...Since 2016 I have had Parkinson. It’s affecting my daily life, especially with using my hands to hold my fork and knife and feed myself, meal time for me is...reactions9replies
Women with Parkinson's Disease...Has any woman had (extremity weakness, fatigue, gait issues, joint pain, stomach pain) passed off by a doctor stating they were from menopause and later found out they were from...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Parkinson's Awareness Month 2021: COVID Edition...During an average week of advising people’s academic life journey, I encounter several people who have no idea what the road ahead looks like. If we really think about it...reactionscomments
Should I Be Praying For A Normal or Abnormal DaTscan?...Hi all! I'm currently being evaluated for PD. I admit I do seem to have some of the classic signs (stiff right wrist, slight lightheadedness, and a tremor that only...reactions6repliesSymptomsDiagnosis
Robert Hunt...Life is about living gracefully and adapting to change with perseverance and compassion in the face of life’s challenges. Rob was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in 2019 after a...
Early Onset Parkinson's...I was diagnosed with Parkinson's at the age of 46. I always felt that I was a little different from childhood on. I was an attractive little girl, but had...reactions4comments
Parkinson's Is More Than a Tremor...People living with Parkinson's disease (PD) experience motor and non-motor symptoms. Although tremor is a well-known symptom of PD, there are many others. These other symptoms powerfully affect people with...reactionscomments
Better Living Through Denial...Better living through denial – whenever I look at the printed coaster on my desk I smile, thinking of the client who gifted it to me. She had been a...reactions5comments
Preparing for Surgery When You Have Parkinson’s Disease...People living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) may need surgery to treat other health conditions not related to PD. However, research shows that people with PD are more likely to have...reactions1comment
Am I going mad?...Hi there, I've stumbled here looking for advice if I may? I'm a 38yo woman, wife, mother and step-mum. I work full time as a legal secretary in Sydney Australia. ...reactions5repliesTips & AdviceYoung Onset (YOPD)Diagnosis
Making “I Love You” a Habitual Phrase...It’s 9:00 AM when my phone lights up. “Good Morning, Mary Beth!!!!!!!” My dad’s text message is enthusiastic and seemingly filled with joy. “Lol. Morning Dad, I love you.” I...reactionscomments
Ask the Advocate: How Do You Stay Motivated with Parkinson's?...It can be difficult to stay motivated when living with a chronic illness like Parkinson's disease (PD). The symptoms of the condition may present both physical and emotional setbacks. To...reactions2comments
The Practical Guide to Herbs and Spices for Parkinson’s Disease...Did you know herbs and spices provide valuable protection to your neurons (the working unit of your brains) because of their natural antioxidants and phytonutrients? You can get wholesome nutrition...reactions1comment
Who Would Have Thought?...I honestly thought I would grow old, sit in a rocking chair on my porch and drink tea with my friends. Instead, I am now 83 years old and the...reactions3comments
