Great question! There are some really well-regarded books that touch on the emotional and mental side of living with Parkinson's. Here are a few that MyParkinsonsTeam members have recommended: - Fighting Parkinson's and Winning by Howard Shifke — An inspiring memoir about one man's journey through Parkinson's, including the Show Full Answer
Great question! There are some really well-regarded books that touch on the emotional and mental side of living with Parkinson's. Here are a few that MyParkinsonsTeam members have recommended: - Fighting Parkinson's and Winning by Howard Shifke — An inspiring memoir about one man's journey through Parkinson's, including the mental and emotional challenges.
- Dancing with Elephants by Jarem Sawatsky — Focuses on mindfulness and meditation, which can be especially helpful for managing the emotional weight of a Parkinson's diagnosis.
- Parkinson's? You're Kidding Me, Right? by Sheryl Jedlinski — A lighthearted and humorous memoir spanning 20 years with Parkinson's, showing how to stay positive and mentally strong.
- Navigating Life with Parkinson Disease by Sotirios Parashos and Rose Wichmann — A comprehensive guide covering common misunderstandings and real patient stories. As one MyParkinsonsTeam member noted, "I do believe that exercise and reading have truly helped me to slow progression." So picking up one of these could be a wonderful step for both the mind and spirit!
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