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Parkinson's disease / by Tagliati, Michele,author.; Horne, Jo,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.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.
Subjects: Parkinson's disease; Parkinson's disease; Parkinson's disease.;
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Understanding Parkinson's disease : a self-help guide / by Schechter, Steven,1961-; Cram, David L.(David Lee),1934-;
A self-help approach to Parkinson's disease -- What is Parkinson's disease? -- The emotional side of Parkinson's disease -- Your doctor as partner -- Drug treatment for Parkinson's disease -- Surgery as treatment for Parkinson's disease -- The importance of exercise -- Day-to-day coping -- Caring for caregivers.LSC
Subjects: Parkinson's disease.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Living with Parkinson's disease : a complete guide for patients and caregivers / by Okun, Michael S.,author.; Malaty, Irene A.,author.; Deeb, Wissam,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."An optimistic guide from an expert author and the world authority on Parkinson's disease. Worldwide, there are more than 10 million people living with Parkinson's disease (PD). In the US alone, approximately one million Americans live with PD and approximately 60,000 more are diagnosed each year. Internationally renowned as both a neurologist and a leading researcher, Dr. Okun has been referred to as 'the voice' of these patients and a world authority on Parkinson's disease. His positive and optimistic approach has helped countless people manage their symptoms and achieve happiness despite them. This approach, detailed in his new book, Living with Parkinson's Disease, is a critical resource for Parkinson's disease patients and their families. Presented in a friendly and easy-to-understand way, this book addresses PD-related issues and symptoms along with emerging therapies. In each chapter, Dr. Okun offers patients the necessary tools to manage their disease and to ultimately find joy and fulfilment in their lives."--
Subjects: Parkinson's disease.; Parkinson's disease;
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Navigating life with Parkinson's disease / by Parashos, Sotirios A.,author.; Wichmann, Rose L.,author.; American Academy of Neurology.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."It is hard to believe it has been only 7 years since the publication of our first edition. In this short time, so much has changed in what we know about Parkinson's disease and how to treat it. As I read through the first edition, I found much information was already out of date within 4 years from publication. New knowledge about the role of protein misfolding and how it leads to nerve cell damage in Parkinson's, about when and where the disease may be starting, about how it may progress and spread through the brain, about how it affects almost all aspects of body functions, about how all this new knowledge is shaping the quest for a cure, about how important exercise is, and about how the multidisciplinary approach to disease management changes the quality of life of people with Parkinson's has been accumulating at a dizzying pace. More than 200 years after the publication of Parkinson's An Essay on the Shaking Palsy and just over 50 years after the implementation of levodopa in Parkinson's treatment, it looks as though scientists are poised to make a breakthrough toward effective treatments of the disease itself, not just the symptoms, and paths that may eventually lead to a cure are now visible. Such progress would be impossible without the hard work of many researchers; the financial support of the corresponding government agencies; the advocacy of national and international Parkinson's organizations and the philanthropy of their donors; and the tireless efforts and open minds of the doctors, nurses, therapists, and social workers caring for people with Parkinson's and their families. Above all, none of this progress would be possible without the active participation of people with Parkinson's and their families through advocacy, community engagement, and participation in clinical trials. To them we would like to extend a great "thank you"."--
Subjects: Parkinson's disease; Parkinson's disease; Self-care, Health.;
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The complete guide for people with Parkinson's disease and their loved ones / by Marie, Lianna,1974-author.;
Includes bibliographical references."A diagnosis of Parkinson's disease is as disorienting as it is devastating. The Complete Guide for People With Parkinson's Disease and Their Loved Ones helps make sense of what comes next and what can be done, not just for those suffering from the disease but for their family and friends as well. A trained nurse and primary caregiver for her mother, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 1991, Lianna Marie draws upon over twenty years of education, research, and direct experience. Written in straightforward and easily accessible language, this essential guide aims to help patients better understand their role in their treatment so that they may continue to lead happy and hopeful lives. Topics covered include nutrition and exercise, alternative and complementary therapies, medication and treatment, and what caregivers can do to help. Written by an international expert on Parkinson's who has confronted the disease firsthand, The Complete Guide serves as the go-to book for comprehensive, easy-to-understand information for all Parkinson's patients and their loved ones"--
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Caregivers; Parkinson's disease; Parkinson's disease;
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The housekeeper : a novel / by Fielding, Joy,author.;
"A woman hires a housekeeper to care for her aging parents--only to watch as she takes over their lives in this riveting novel of suspense from the New York Times bestselling author called "an ingenious master of domestic suspense" (Samantha M. Bailey). In the end, I have only myself to blame. I'm the one who let her in. Jodi Bishop knows success. She's the breadwinner, a top-notch real estate agent. Her husband, Harrison ... not so much. Once, he had big dreams. But now, he's a middling writer who resents his wife's success. Jodi's father, Vic, now seventy-nine and retired, is a very controlling man. His wife, Audrey, was herself no shrinking violet. But things changed when Audrey developed Parkinson's eight years ago, and Vic retired to devote himself to her care. But while still reasonably spry and rakishly handsome, Vic is worn down by his wife's deteriorating condition. Exhausted from trying to be all things to all people, Jodi finally decides she's had enough and starts interviewing housekeepers to help care for her parents. She settles on Elyse Woodley, an energetic and attractive widow in her early sixties, who seems perfect for the job. While Vic is initially resistant, he soon warms to Elyse's sunny personality and engaging ways. And Jodi is pleased to have an ally, someone she can talk to and occasionally even confide in. Until ... she shuts Jodi out. And Audrey's condition worsens-rapidly. Who is this woman suddenly wearing her mother's jewelry? What is she after? And how far will she go to get it?"--
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Domestic fiction.; Psychological fiction.; Novels.; Families; Housekeepers; Parkinson's disease; Widows; Women real estate agents;
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Always looking up : the adventures of an incurable optimist / by Fox, Michael J.,1961-;
Subjects: Fox, Michael J., 1961-; Actors; Actors; Parkinson's disease;
© 2009., Hyperion,
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No time like the future [sound recording] : an optimist considers mortality / by Fox, Michael J.,1961-author,narrator.; Macmillan Audio (Firm),publisher.;
Read by the author.The actor shares personal stories and observations about illness and health, aging, the strength of family and friends, and how perceptions about time affect the consideration of mortality.
Subjects: Biographies.; Audiobooks.; Autobiographies.; Fox, Michael J., 1961-; Actors; Actors; Parkinson's disease;
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No time like the future : an optimist considers mortality / by Fox, Michael J.,1961-author.;
The actor shares personal stories and observations about illness and health, aging, the strength of family and friends, and how perceptions about time affect the consideration of mortality.
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; Fox, Michael J., 1961-; Actors; Actors; Parkinson's disease;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Always looking up [sound recording] : the adventures of an incurable optimist / by Fox, Michael J.,1961-;
Read by the author.
Subjects: Fox, Michael J., 1961-; Actors; Actors; Audiobooks.; Parkinson's disease;
© p2009., Hyperion Audio,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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