Living Well with Parkinson's Disease: What Your Doctor Doesn't Tell You....That You Need to Know – An Essential Guide from Patients for Treatment, ... and Emotional Support (Living Well

by Gretchen Garie, Michael J Church, Winifred Conkling

A complete guide to Parkinson's from two people with the disease who cofounded a national support and advocacy organization. In Living Well with Parkinson's Disease , Gretchen Garie and Michael J. Church, a couple who both have Parkinson's and live daily with the effects of the disease, thoroughly discuss diagnosis, treatment options, and the emotional consequences of this difficult illness. With a conversational, pragmatic, and personal tone, they offer advice on such topics Compassionate and inspiring, Living Well with Parkinson's Disease offers knowledge and wisdom from those who understand the challenges of dealing with Parkinson's every day.

272 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2007

Reviews

[Gini · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well written, more than an intro, but a not too technical discussion. Parkinson's---what it is, how it is, and ways to live it. And not just for the person diagnosed with it. This includes the people around him or her as well. I picked it up because I'm one of those around the person diagnosed, my husband. He, too, is benefitting from the information provided and especially the encouragement. And it gives us a place to start conversations more easily.
The authors write from experience, their own, and others. It's real, honest admissions, and sound advice. It does tend to focus on the younger people stricken with the disease, but not ignoring the older generation. The younger men and women are relatively new in the field of what has been considered a disease for the geriatric age group. Their issues differ not so much in the physical aspects, but the challenges related to their social and professional lives. Lists of organizations and government departments that can support the individual's journey are included.

I'd recommend this book to anyone dealing with the disease in any role as a good starter resource.

[Judith · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked this book I just couldn't read it all the way through because it's my brother that has Parkinson's Disease and I thought I wanted to know the details but I don't.
For the person that needs to know about Parkinsons this is a good book.