Finding Strength During Parkinson's Awareness Month...We dedicate the month of April to Parkinson’s awareness. The reason is simple, April is the birth month of James Parkinson. If you have not read his detailed first published...reactions2comments
The Loss of My Car Keys...Driving is a very complex subject: Responsible driving involves mastering a certain level of skill, using those skills responsibly through life, realizing accidents can happen to the best and the...reactions2comments
Protect Your Brain and Body with the Power of Plants...Parkinson’s disease treatment primarily focuses on the relief of motor and non-motor symptoms, improving daily life. However, it’s worth addressing a Mediterranean and neuroprotective diet by boosting phytonutrient plant-based foods...reactions3comments
Support Groups...Our leadership team has an ongoing quest to offer the best support group meeting we can each time we meet. Should we always arrange for a guest speaker? Should we...reactions3repliesTips & AdviceCopingAwareness
PD Pundit: PD Machismo...Our resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic describing one way people may cope with a Parkinson's diagnosis. He shares his perspective on why this approach is...reactions2comments
Parkinson...My mother suffering from. parkinson since 5 yrs nd on medication but since 3 yrs she's on apomorphine inj. instead of both things she is not able to do her...reactions1replyNon-Motor SymptomsAcceptance
Parkinson's Awareness Month: Finding a Middle Ground...April 1 marks the first day of Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month. This month, our theme is finding a middle ground. Life is full of ebbs and flows, pushes and pulls...reactionscomments
How has Parkinson's shaped how you view your life?...As we acknowledge Parkinson's Awareness Month, we're discussing how people with PD can find a middle ground despite the challenges that may arise. ...reactions16repliesAwarenessAcceptanceCoping
Tips for People With Young-Onset Parkinson's Disease...Young-onset Parkinson's disease (PD) is PD diagnosed in a person younger than 50. It is a rare condition that occurs in 2 to 10 percent of all people with PD...reactionscomments
Living with Parkinson's...I have had Parkinson's for almost 4 or 5 years. I have been diagnosed. I have a lot of pain just get from a sitting position to start to walk...reactions7comments
A Phytonutrient Rich Sample Meal Plan for Parkinson's...In case you missed it, our previous article, “High Antioxidant Meal Plan for People with Parkinson's Disease” details the ins and outs of antioxidants. These mighty yet colorful nutrients pack...reactions2comments
Exploring Hemp Oil...While I was home for Christmas, I struggled to sleep. I was exhausted, yet my brain refused to shut down, leaving me anxious and concerned for my ability to function...reactionscomments
Freezing ...My freezing has been getting progressively worse. I have had input from physiotherapists but still cannot move at times and falling occurs regularly ...reactions8repliesMotor Symptoms
Trying to Cope with Parkinson's and a Husband Who Has Dementia...It’s very hard at times, I love my husband dearly, but it’s getting more difficult for me. I have had Parkinson's for more than 15 yrs and I have been...reactions12comments
Parkinson’s and the Green Eyed Monster...I have a fall issue and just before the virus hit, I had my worst fall to date. I was attempting to stand on a balance device while holding a...reactions3comments
6 week Course For People with Parkinson's...Both my husband I have been referred to a course for people with Parkinson's! We are just waiting on the date when it is to start and the times. It...reactions6replies
Early Onset and issues...We just got the diagnosis of Parkinson's with dementia. Sadly it took 10 years to get it due to his age. They now think at least 15 years that he...reactions7repliesNewly DiagnosedYoung Onset (YOPD)
Parking sons with Dementia...Does any one have this combination as is my wife's case....reactions6repliesCognitive Issues
Humpty Dumpty Time Again...A few days ago, I found myself on the floor again with a myriad of thoughts whirling around in my brain. The first was “Did I hurt myself?” followed by...reactions8comments
