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Parkinson’s Disease: 9 Unusual Signs You Have It!

December 13, 2022 · Mental Health
Parkinson’s Disease
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1. Anxiety and depression

According to research, roughly half of the people who are diagnosed with this disease might experience some kind of emotional distress due to the condition. Someone’s mood might fluctuate for a variety of reasons, and many patients said that they’ve experienced a wide range of emotions, from sadness, daytime sleepiness, and loss of interest to irritability and trouble sleeping.

Besides that, those who suffer from anxiety typically report being “on edge,” a state characterized by excessive worry or concern. Sometimes, they’re so worried about what’s going to happen that they can’t focus on their actual lives.

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5 responses to “Parkinson’s Disease: 9 Unusual Signs You Have It!”

  1. Nansi Heidorn says:
    April 8, 2023 at 4:53 pm

    This information has been very helpful as I am caring for a man with PD. You mentioned some signs I was not aware of.

    Reply
  2. Beatrice Warner says:
    May 30, 2023 at 3:22 pm

    I am living with a friend who has PD. What are the best ways of helping him.

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    • Christina Leddy says:
      August 14, 2023 at 2:59 pm

      Prayer 🙏

      Reply
    • Karen Evans says:
      August 15, 2023 at 9:33 pm

      Patience
      Encourage excersise
      My husband us 15 years in to diagnosis which was given when he was 52
      We are now battling crippling hallucinations and dementia which has almost brought us both to our knees
      Remain positive always but be mindful that medications have consequences which can lead to having to deal with other problems
      Walk move move move however small amounts any amounts are beneficial
      Enjoy every day without looking forwards too much with gentle encouragement and support your friend will still be a part of the wonderful human race

      Reply
  3. Rosalie Gysel says:
    May 30, 2023 at 9:59 pm

    This information is extremely important. My next door neighbor was recently diagnosed with Parkinsonism. She will definitely value this article.

    Reply

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