7 Triggers That May Heighten Your Parkinson’s Symptoms...Getting a handle on what activates or triggers Parkinson's symptoms can be a mystery. However, the longer you’ve had the illness and the closer you pay attention to your circumstances...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Finding Peace...My husband had early onset PD. We noticed a tremor in his pinky finger shortly after our first son was born almost 16 years ago. My husband turns 50 tomorrow...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Our Journey...Seven years ago when my husband, John, first started to exhibit signs of dementia, I was scared and worried about what this meant for our future. I remember praying every...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Flossie88's Story...In Feb 2011 whilst painting the house Baz slipped a disc and whilst in hospital was diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis and was advised a valve replacement. At the same...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Traveling the Rocky Treatment Path With Parkinson’s...Anyone affected by Parkinson’s disease knows how challenging and debilitating it can be, especially as the condition advances from early to late stage. People diagnosed with Parkinson’s, as well as...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Is There a Link Between Lyme Disease and Neurodegenerative Disorders?...Many people with disorders that affect the brain wonder if there is a link between their disease and Lyme disease (LD). These brain disorders can include Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
For the Worriers: Moving from “What If?” to “What Now?”...A few weeks ago, I met Dale. Similar to many people recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, Dale struggles with worry; sometimes, mightily. Still in his 40s, he worries about rapid...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Living With Mr. Parkinson...As I live each day as it comes, here is what I'm doing right now, in the seventh year after my diagnosis. I am waiting to go back home, after...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Not Today...I sat in the neurologist’s office 4 years ago when she looked up at me and said, “you have Parkinson’s." As I made my way to my car, still dazed...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Don't Cry For Me......I’ve just started a new job, well sort of job. It’s a 9 month business builder programme, creating a company which solves the challenges faced by older adults. I’m incredibly...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Do I Have Parkinson's or Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)?...There are medical conditions that exist that are called Parkinsonian-like conditions or Parkinsonian-like syndromes. These conditions mimic Parkinson's disease (PD), but they are considered their own separate entities. These conditions...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Parkinson’s Disease in Women...Several clinical studies have demonstrated that Parkinson’s disease (PD) is less common in women than in men. PD occurs in men 50 percent more than in women. Women are also...
Searching for Silver Linings: How to Stay Positive with Parkinson's...Since I was diagnosed I have tried to stay positive. It’s often tough to see the good in difficult situations but I really believe it’s got me through the last...Reactions0reactionsComments48 comments
Back pain...My husband was diagnosed with Parkinson's three years ago. He has severe back pain. We have seen an orthopedic doctor for two years and he gets the steroid shots for...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Parkinson’s Disease In Older Adults...Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurological disorder that gets worse over time. It affects movement, balance, and mood. PD is usually thought of as a disease that affects older adults...
A Round Character in My Own Parkinson's Story...Way back when (1997), my English professor explained how all good stories were journeys to somewhere. Sometimes, they were physical, while other times they were internal. At that time, I...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Caroline and Parkinsons...It sucks I was diagnosed in 2013 still not dealing. I still ask why I was doing good the first two years then it started going down hill. my anxiety...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to Help a Loved One in Denial About Their Worsening Illness...Getting news that you have been diagnosed with a chronic illness can be very scary, especially one that tends to worsen over time. There are many coping mechanisms that patients...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Lorraine Wilson...Lorraine Wilson is an educator and joy seeker; thus, sharing her experiences after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s provides opportunity to reach out to others with helpful information and positive energy...
Seasonal Affective Disorder and Parkinson's...Anyone out there have any tips for fellow Parkies or caregivers on your personal recommendations to avoid feeling down when the weather changes and the chill and dark of autumn...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
