Types of Parkinsonism

Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com.     Parkinsonism is a syndrome, or collection of symptoms, characterized by motor issues — bradykinesia (slowed movements), tremors, loss of balance, and stiffness. There are many types of parkinsonism, which are classified by their...

How Parkison’s disease affects the heart

Shared from apdaparkinson.org.   It has long been understood that Parkinson’s disease (PD) does not just cause movement, or motor, symptoms, but also causes a litany of non-motor symptoms with effects throughout the body. One of the organ systems that is affected...

3 Effective Ways to Respond to Caregiver Criticism

Shared from dailycaring.com.     Try a more effective response to caregiver criticism Getting criticized is unpleasant – especially from family or friends who don’t lift a finger to help care for your older adult. Yelling or getting upset might feel justified in the...