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...reactions5repliesYoung Onset (YOPD)DiagnosisTips & Advice
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...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...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...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...reactions3comments
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...reactions3comments
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...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...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...reactions3repliesTips & AdviceAwarenessCoping
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...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...reactions1replyAcceptanceNon-Motor Symptoms
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...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...reactions16repliesAwarenessCopingAcceptance
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...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...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...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...reactionscomments
Freezing ...My freezing has been getting progressively worse. I have had input from physiotherapists but still cannot move at times and falling occurs...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...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...reactions3comments
