Shared from parkinson.org.
Every year, Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline specialists receive calls from people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and their loved ones looking for advice when it comes to navigating the holidays. So, we put our specialists’ top recommendations in this article.
From not knowing how to explain PD to grandchildren, to feeling insecure that family will notice worsening symptoms and the exhaustion that can accompany travel, the holidays can be overwhelming. By thinking ahead about possible stressors, this article is designed to help you plan and prepare to enjoy your holiday season while best managing PD symptoms.