Parkinson's Disease For Dummies by Jo Horne (English) Paperback Book

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Maintain a take-charge attitude and live your life to the fullest with Parkinson's Whether the diagnosis is yours or that of a loved one, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies contains everything you need to know about living with this disease. This book is an easy-to-understand, straightforward, and sometimes humorous guide that offers proven techniques for coping with daily issues, finding the right doctors, and providing care as the disease progresses. This user-friendly guide helps you navigate you through the important steps toward taking charge of your condition. You aren't alone—inside, you'll discover proven coping skills and first-hand advice, along with practical tools that will help you navigate the treatment journey. In classic, compassionate Dummies style, Parkinson's Disease For Dummies will answer all your questions, and guide you through the process of finding your own answers as well. Keep your mind sharp, stay in shape, and keep your stress under controlLife a full and satisfying life after a Parkinson's diagnosisGet the most current information on Parkinson's medications and treatmentsLearn the best ways to support loved ones living with Parkinson's With updates on the latest in alternative treatments, dementia, and young onset PD, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies is here to show you how you can keep a positive attitude and lead an active, productive life.

FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Back Cover

Tools and support for managing Parkinson's It's possible to live a happy and productive life with Parkinson's disease, thanks to Parkinson's Disease For Dummies . This trusted guide details the proven coping skills and essential resources you need to take charge of your days. We'll help you stay positive (that's huge), optimize your diet, exercise, and sleep routines, understand your treatment options, and work with your medical care team. Dummies offers compassionate, upbeat advice and firsthand knowledge from expert authors who know what you and your loved ones are going through. Inside... Staying mobile and active Maintaining mental sharpness Finding alternative treatments Understanding dementia Living with young onset PD Keeping a positive attitude Navigating doctor's visits Supporting loved ones with PD

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Tools and support for managing Parkinson's It's possible to live a happy and productive life with Parkinson's disease, thanks to Parkinson's Disease For Dummies . This trusted guide details the proven coping skills and essential resources you need to take charge of your days. We'll help you stay positive (that's huge), optimize your diet, exercise, and sleep routines, understand your treatment options, and work with your medical care team. Dummies offers compassionate, upbeat advice and firsthand knowledge from expert authors who know what you and your loved ones are going through. Inside... Staying mobile and active Maintaining mental sharpness Finding alternative treatments Understanding dementia Living with young onset PD Keeping a positive attitude Navigating doctor's visits Supporting loved ones with PD

Author Biography

Michele Tagliati, MD is Vice Chair of Neurology and Director of Movement Disorders at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He researches Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. Jo Horne, MA is an experienced author whose credits include Care giving: Helping an Aging Loved One and A Survival Guide for Family Caregivers.

Table of Contents

Foreword xvii Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting to Know PD 5 Chapter 1: Parkinson's Disease: The Big Picture 7 Chapter 2: Considering Possible Causes and Risk Factors 19 Chapter 3: Sizing Up Symptoms, Signs, and Stages 33 Part 2: Making PD Part — But Not All — of Your Life 47 Chapter 4: Getting an Accurate Diagnosis 49 Chapter 5: You've Been Diagnosed — Now What? 69 Chapter 6: Drafting Your Healthcare Team and Making a Game Plan 85 Chapter 7: Choosing How and When to Share Your News 101 Chapter 8: Young Onset Parkinson's and Lewy Body Dementia 113 Part 3: Crafting a Treatment Plan Just for You 131 Chapter 9: Eat Well, Sleep Well, and Exercise 133 Chapter 10: Managing PD Symptoms with Prescription Medicines 171 Chapter 11: When Surgery Is an Option 187 Chapter 12: Considering Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies 199 Chapter 13: Combating Anxiety, Depression, and Apathy 215 Chapter 14: Clinical Trials and Your Role in the Search for a Cure 235 Part 4: Living Well with PD 247 Chapter 15: Maintaining Healthy Relationships 249 Chapter 16: PD in the Workplace 267 Chapter 17: Adjusting Your Routine While Your PD Progresses 281 Part 5: Coping with Advanced PD 297 Chapter 18: Facing the Progression of PD Symptoms 299 Chapter 19: When Care Partners Become Caregivers 319 Chapter 20: Putting Your Financial and Legal House in Order 343 Chapter 21: It's Just Bricks and Mortar: Housing Options You Can Live With 359 Part 6: The Part of Tens 379 Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Deal with Difficult Feelings 381 Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Care for Your Care Partner 387 Chapter 24: Ten Ways You Can Make a Real Difference 393 Appendix A: Glossary 399 Appendix B: Additional Resources 409 Index 415

Details ISBN1119893585 Language English Year 2022 Edition 2nd ISBN-10 1119893585 ISBN-13 9781119893585 Format Paperback DEWEY 616.833 Country of Publication United States Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc Place of Publication New York Pages 448 NZ Release Date 2022-08-16 UK Release Date 2022-08-16 Author Michele Tagliati Edition Description 2nd edition Publication Date 2022-11-03 Imprint For Dummies Replaces 9780470073957 Audience Professional & Vocational US Release Date 2022-11-03 AU Release Date 2022-10-26 We've got this

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