The more you know about Parkinson's disease, the better you will be able to live with it. You can find a lot of information out there. Be careful to use only resources from trusted sources.
This report serves to highlight and update the substantial progress made in PD research during the past 5 years. While the report highlights the work of the Udall Centers, many contributions have been made by other NINDS grantees and researchers around the world.
Click on the image to download bookletDesigned for the person newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease (PD), this 30-page booklet serves to answer questions that may arise upon diagnosis. It shares resources, medical expert testimony, and the experiences of people who have dealt with the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.
Click on the image to download fact sheet.About half of the people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease will experience depression at some stage. Severe depression is seen in about 20 to 40 per cent of cases. Sometimes, the depression can be more disabling than the Parkinson’s itself, therefore correct diagnosis and treatment are essential for maintaining a high quality of life. Depression is treatable and a person can recover with the right advice and help.Source: Parkinson's Victoria
