In this episode, we speak with Rebecca Miller, an associate professor at the Yale School of Medicine in the Department of Psychiatry, and a person living with young-onset Parkinson’s. She is joined by...

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Experiencing some stress is a normal part of life, but many people living with Parkinson’s notice stress may worsen symptoms and make medication less effective. And chronic stress can cause lasting im...

How do I tell my children about my Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis? How do I explain a tremor to my grandkids? How can I support my parent with Parkinson’s from a distance? How can my spouse and I ...

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Knit one purl one, the rhythm of the looping and tugging of yarn as it twists and wraps to make a garment. Soft in my fingers, and the rounded tips of my f

Background Demoralization is a pervasive yet under-recognized syndrome that manifests as profound hopelessness, helplessness, loss of motivation and purpose, and impaired coping capacity. Affecting ...

As a neurologist specializing in Parkinson’s disease, I was profoundly touched by Sen. Cory Booker’s emotional, record-setting speech to the U.S. Senate on March 31.

For more information on this topic, visit: https://www.parkinson.org/understanding-parkinsons There is a lot to know about Parkinson's disease (PD). Learn ab...

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by Rebecca Miller, PhD

People with Parkinson's disease should list Haldol as an allergy in their medical records to avoid severe complications from this contraindicated medication.

My brain surgery was a success; I am grateful to be apple-picking with my daughter this year. And yet, I think of others with PD in the hospital and know we must do better.

The discovery of a biomarker that is 90% accurate in the diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease makes this a transformative Parkinson’s Awareness month. Awareness months for diseases are a chance for the ge...

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