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How much does Pakistan's mess with your brain and thoughts? Anybody have weird thoughts and?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Woonsocket, RI
July 15, 2023
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PD can cause delusions and hallucinations. Some of the meds to treat Parkinson's can also cause mental issues.

July 15, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I used to get weird thoughts regularly too. I cut back my dose of sinemet IR by a very small amount and they stopped within a day. I did tell my doctor what I was doing and he didn’t seem surprised. He said try it and see what happens. Just went from two 25/100 (instant release) 3 times a day to 1 and 3/4 tablets 3 times a day. Don’t really notice any difference except the thoughts stopped. It’s kind of a fine line with sinemet. I don’t take any other meds. That being said, please speak to your doctor first before altering your own medication. A lot of pd patients are on timed release meds for their own needs, and I don’t believe those should be altered in any manner unless by your doctor.

August 28, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I do have weird thoughts like you Walter. You are not alone.

August 27, 2023
MyParkinsonsTeam

It seems like there might be a typo in your question. If you meant to ask about how Parkinson's disease affects the brain and thoughts, here's some information:

Parkinson's disease can significantly impact mental health and cognitive functions. Here are some key points:

- Hallucinations and Delusions: Between 20% and 40% Show Full Answer

It seems like there might be a typo in your question. If you meant to ask about how Parkinson's disease affects the brain and thoughts, here's some information:

Parkinson's disease can significantly impact mental health and cognitive functions. Here are some key points:

- Hallucinations and Delusions: Between 20% and 40% of individuals with Parkinson's report experiencing hallucinations (seeing or sensing things that aren't there) and delusions (persistent, illogical thoughts not based in reality). These can lead to confusion and fear.
- Mental Health: Parkinson's can lead to feelings of sadness, depression, anxiety, and isolation. People may feel less outgoing and more alone due to the condition.
- Behavioral Changes: Delusions can cause anxiety, agitation, and even dangerous behavior. For example, someone might act on their hallucinations or delusions, leading to unsafe situations.

Caregivers and individuals with Parkinson's have shared their experiences with these symptoms, noting how they can mix reality with old memories or TV programs, leading to a different kind of reality.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the resources provided in the context:
- [How Parkinson’s Disease Can Affect Your Mental Health](https://www.MyParkinsonsTeam.com/resources/how-...)
- [Parkinson's Disease Psychosis: What to Know](https://www.MyParkinsonsTeam.com/resources/how-...)

If you have any more specific questions, feel free to ask!

July 9, 2024

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