Parkinson's Disease Information Articles

It's challenging to live with Parkinson's disease (PD), not only for patients but for family members and caregivers as well. Parkinson's is a progressive disease that affects motor functions and causes other serious symptoms such as cognitive dysfunction, depression, sleep problems and pain.

If you're just starting your Parkinson's Disease journey as a patient or family member, we have trusted information that covers all the basics; from the definition of PD to signs, symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson's Disease. This will give you a good foundation to build on. At HealthyPlace, we also have more in-depth information on PD, including the different effects of Parkinson's Disease and how to cope with them. Plus you'll find articles on the latest Parkinson's treatments as well as helpful information for Parkinson's caregivers.

Parkinson's Disease Articles Table of Contents

• General Information
• Symptoms
• Causes
• Treatment
• Effects of Parkinson's Disease
• Caregivers

General Information About Parkinson's Disease

• Parkinson’s Disease Facts and Statistics: Did You Know…?
• What Is Parkinson’s Disease?
• How is Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosed?
• What’s It Like Living with Parkinson’s Disease?
• Is Parkinson’s Disease Fatal? Life Expectancy for Parkinson’s

Symptoms

• Early Warning Signs of Parkinson’s Disease Can Be Scary
• 5 Stages of Parkinson’s Disease: Progression of Parkinson’s
• Symptoms of Parkinson’s Listed and Explained
• Why Parkinsonian Symptoms Can Worsen During the Day
• Parkinson’s Disease and Sleep Problems: Symptoms, Treatments
• Parkinson’s Disease and Dementia: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments
• Relationship Between Parkinson’s Disease and Loss of Smell

Causes

• Parkinson’s Causes: How Do You Get Parkinson’s Disease?
• Is Parkinson’s Disease Hereditary? Genetics of Parkinson’s

Treatment

• Parkinson’s Disease Treatment and Prognosis
• Is There a Cure for Parkinson’s Disease?
• Parkinson’s Disease Support Groups for Patients
• Parkinson’s Disease OFF Episodes: Medication Not Working Well
• Parkinson’s Disease Medication List: Can These Meds Help You?
• Parkinson’s Disease Medications: Effectiveness & Side-Effects
• Avoid These Parkinson’s Medications
• Could Stem Cell Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease Be the Holy Grail?
• How Effective is Brain Surgery for Parkinson’s Disease?
• Inbrija, FDA Approved for Parkinson’s OFF Episodes
• New Treatments for Parkinson’s Disease OFF Episodes
• Natural, Homeopathic Treatments for Parkinson’s Disease. Really?!
• Can You Drink Alcohol with Parkinson’s Disease Medication?

Effects of Parkinson's Disease

• How Parkinson’s Disease Affects the Brain
• Parkinson’s Disease and Sex Issues: Libido, Sex Drive
• Parkinson’s Disease and Depression: Causes and Treatments
• Parkinson’s Disease and Anxiety: Causes and Treatments
• Parkinson’s Disease and Psychosis: Hallucinations, Delusions
• Coping with Parkinson’s Disease: Emotional Challenges
• Parkinson’s Disease Effects on the Body? Tremor, Motor Symptoms
• How Parkinson’s Disease Affects Your Mental Health
• Parkinson’s Disease OFF Episodes: Physical & Emotional Effects

Caregivers

• Help for New Parkinson’s Caregivers
• 5 Helpful Tips for Parkinson’s Caregivers
• Signs of Parkinson’s Caregiver Burnout
• Where to Find a Parkinson’s Support Group for Caregivers
• Parkinson’s Caregivers: The Difficult Challenges They Face