The importance of self-care in the management of Parkinson’s disease
Self-care sometimes gets a reputation for being a woo-woo practice — something that’s unconventional and has little scientific data…
Articles by Mary Beth Skylis
Existing home modifications for Parkinson’s disease prove beneficial
When my parents moved into their current house about 10 years ago, one thing they quickly learned about the…
Exploring the links between Parkinson’s and weight loss
My dad, who has Parkinson’s disease, has experienced some weight loss recently. I have theories about that. I think…
Parkinson’s fatigue is a regular challenge for many, including Dad
The sun peeked through the window at 8 a.m. on a weekday morning, and I found myself wanting to shut…
A first fall shatters all illusions about my dad’s Parkinson’s disease
I was texting with my dad a few weeks ago when he told me something that stopped me in my…
How Apple’s new safety feature could detect Parkinson’s falls
I’m on the phone with a technology expert from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department — the…
Is Parkinson’s the reason my dad is more socially isolated?
“Hi, Mom,” I say after hitting the green button on my phone. “How are you?” “Hi, honey. I’m doing well,”…
4 ways to reduce holiday stress with Parkinson’s disease
Years ago, my dad realized that acute stress made his Parkinson’s symptoms worse. He was more inclined to…
Christmas gift ideas for people with Parkinson’s
Snow is falling from the sky in tufts here in the Colorado mountains as I write this. Christmas is on…
How I approach thinking about the late stages of Parkinson’s disease
After my dad was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, one of the most frightening parts for me was learning about…