Parkinson's-Related Psychological and Behavioral Problems

Questions and Answers

1. Is it OK for my mother to keep her recent diagnosis of Parkinson's disease a secret from friends and colleagues?

   - Is it okay to conceal a Parkinson's disease diagnosis from friends and colleagues? Expert commentary on the consequences of concealing Parkinson's.
   1 Expert Answer, 4 Community Answers

2. What should I do when my parent with Parkinson's disease suddenly "freezes"?

   - Because of her Parkinson's disease, sometimes when my mother is walking, she "freezes" and gets stuck, unable to move forward. This happened one time when we were in a bookstore together. Is there anything I can do to help her when this problem strikes?
   1 Expert Answer, 6 Community Answers

3. Could my father's hand tremor be Parkinson's disease?

   - Could my parent's hand tremor mean Parkinson's? It's possible the tremor is a sign of Parkinson's, but many other things can cause a hand tremor.
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4. How do I get Mom to see a doctor when she's in denial that she might have symptoms of Parkinson's disease?

   - Something is wrong with my mother, and I'm afraid it's Parkinson's disease. When she sits with her right leg crossed over her left, the right foot shakes. And she moves a lot more slowly when she's eating or getting dressed. However, she refuses to see a doctor about it. What can I do about this?
   1 Expert Answer, 1 Community Answer

5. What could be causing the sudden onset of my father's anxiety and depression?

   - We are at our wits end. My dad went from being a normal, healthy, functioning adult to an anxious, delusional, and depressed mess, within - and I'm not kidding - about three week's time. This was in May 2008. He has been put on Paxil, Ativan, Prozac, Wellbutrin, Risperdal, Effexor and Remeron with no relief of symptoms...
   1 Expert Answer, 2 Community Answers

6. Is it common for patients with Parkinson's disease to develop psychological problems?

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Topics, Blog Posts, Articles, Checklists, and To-Do Lists

1. Parkinson's Meds Help -- But May Cause Scary Side Effects

   Blog Post - A new study shows that dopamine treatments for Parkinson's can cause impulse disorders, like excessive gambling.

2. What Is Parkinson's Disease?

   Article - This guide to Parkinson's disease will help you understand a patient's diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment options.

3. How to Help Someone With Parkinson's Disease Thrive

   Article - When a family member has Parkinson's disease, exercise and other therapies can help her stay active and independent as long as possible.

4. Parkinson's Disease: A Guide to Mind and Mood

   Article - A guide to the cognitive and behavioral symptoms common in Parkinson's disease, and how they can be treated.