Parkinson's Disease For Dummies

Häftad, Engelska, 2022

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Maintain a take-charge attitude and live your life to the fullest with Parkinson'sWhether 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. Keep your mind sharp, stay in shape, and keep your stress under controlLife a full and satisfying life after a Parkinson's diagnosisGet the most current information on Parkinson's medications and treatmentsLearn the best ways to support loved ones living with Parkinson'sWith updates on the latest in alternative treatments, dementia, and young onset PD, Parkinson's Disease for Dummies is here to show you how you can keep a positive attitude and lead an active, productive life.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2022-11-03
Mått185 x 234 x 28 mm
Vikt590 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor448
Upplaga2
FörlagJohn Wiley & Sons Inc
ISBN9781119893585

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Foreword xviiIntroduction 1Part 1: Getting to Know PD 5Chapter 1: Parkinson’s Disease: The Big Picture 7Chapter 2: Considering Possible Causes and Risk Factors 19Chapter 3: Sizing Up Symptoms, Signs, and Stages 33Part 2: Making PD Part — But Not All — of Your Life 47Chapter 4: Getting an Accurate Diagnosis 49Chapter 5: You’ve Been Diagnosed — Now What? 69Chapter 6: Drafting Your Healthcare Team and Making a Game Plan 85Chapter 7: Choosing How and When to Share Your News 101Chapter 8: Young Onset Parkinson’s and Lewy Body Dementia 113Part 3: Crafting a Treatment Plan Just for You 131Chapter 9: Eat Well, Sleep Well, and Exercise 133Chapter 10: Managing PD Symptoms with Prescription Medicines 171Chapter 11: When Surgery Is an Option 187Chapter 12: Considering Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies 199Chapter 13: Combating Anxiety, Depression, and Apathy 215Chapter 14: Clinical Trials and Your Role in the Search for a Cure 235Part 4: Living Well with PD 247Chapter 15: Maintaining Healthy Relationships 249Chapter 16: PD in the Workplace 267Chapter 17: Adjusting Your Routine While Your PD Progresses 281Part 5: Coping with Advanced PD 297Chapter 18: Facing the Progression of PD Symptoms 299Chapter 19: When Care Partners Become Caregivers 319Chapter 20: Putting Your Financial and Legal House in Order 343Chapter 21: It’s Just Bricks and Mortar: Housing Options You Can Live With 359Part 6: The Part of Tens 379Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Deal with Difficult Feelings 381Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Care for Your Care Partner 387Chapter 24: Ten Ways You Can Make a Real Difference 393Appendix A: Glossary 399Appendix B: Additional Resources 409Index 415