Welcome to this conversation among friends about Parkinson’s disease. A few members of the Parkinson Foundation of the National Capital Area – each one personally facing Parkinson’s – share their experiences. These friends are not experts in researching, diagnosing or treating the disease. However, they are experts on their own individual journeys with the disease, and excited to converse in that context. Hearing how a person responds to a situation can be helpful – even inspirational – to others.
Episode 1 of “We’re All Shook Up: The Experiences of Living with Parkinson’s” the group discusses “The Shock of It All”, their experience and the feelings involved with receiving a Parkinson’s diagnosis. Join us every other Thursday for a new episode.
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PLEASE NOTE: Our panelists are speaking only in their personal capacity and only of their personal experiences. The Parkinson Foundation of the National Capital Area’s support does not imply their endorsement of what is discussed, and the views expressed do not represent the views of the Foundation. Our panelists will take great care to NOT recommend or criticize any medications, medical or therapeutic interventions, or professional services other than to narrate the personal experiences of the individual. The panelists today and in every session are volunteers.
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