#DepressionInParkinsons

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Emotional and Psychological Effects of Parkinson’s Disease

Getting diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease is stressful for any person (Who can diagnose PD and how). Beyond acceptance of diagnosis, there is a long journey for the PwPD and the family. The journey is full of challenges, learnings and ways of defining or arranging life around the progress of condition. This involves not just the person (PwPD) but the immediate family too.

The effect of PD on physical health has been well known and it is also discussed in our article - Symptoms of PD. The treatment of the physical effects involves medication, physiotherapy and many other methods.

Subtle or Pronounced - but Yes!

However, during this journey, the PwPD and the family can experience mental and emotional impact too. If one comes across a family member of a person who has PD, one is very likely to hear them say something simila to - “Parkinson’s has made my spouse / partner / parent / sibling different.”

The changes may be subtle or more evident, but most of them feel that the loved one has changed from who they were. As for the person himself/herself, they may also notice how they think or feel about their surroundings and themselves as compared to earlier.

Is it normal?

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