Parkinson’s Disease Books and Information

[Mary Beth Skylis]

In a recent column I took a deep dive into Parkinson’s disease literature. There’s something about collecting information that comforts me when I’m up against a challenge. So, it’s not uncommon for me to spend a few hours in the library when my life gets a little haywire. During my recent binge, I took a look at biographies of people who lived with PD (like Muhammad Ali and Michael J Fox), alternative medicine books and literature about PD from the caregiver’s perspective. But I’m curious about what literature others have found helpful or enlightening.

Have you read any good books about Parkinson’s disease? Do you find inspiration in the biographies of people who have battled PD? What is the single-most helpful piece of PD literature you have encountered?

[Jean Mellano]

an excellent resource for people with PD and their caregivers….

The New Parkinson’s Disease Treatment Book: Partnering with Your Doctor To Get the Most from Your Medications 2nd Edition 

by J. Eric Ahlskog, PhD MD

[Roseanne]

Every Victory Counts from the Davis Phinney Foundation. The book is free. You only pay $5.50 for shipping

[Jean Mellano]

Roseanne, that is a good one.  You can also get a free download. https://www.davisphinneyfoundation.org/resources/every-victory-counts-2017/

[Jean Mellano]

Roseanne, that is a good one.  You can also get a free download. https://www.davisphinneyfoundation.org/resources/every-victory-counts-2017/

[catherine armsden]

The graphic novel, My Degeneration, by fellow Parkie Peter Dunlap-Shohl, is the most wonderful book about living with PD. Funny, moving, and all so true.

[Jean Mellano]

catherine, thanks for that recommendation.

[Matt]

Ultimate Parkinson’s Tips is good for increasing PD person’s mobility and balance by using sensory tricks.

The book:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsZeVZ0Iv1VAaVtBZhEQTgA

Video examples to try:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gC2opaTBsh4&list=PLA6OMZ8dRKTgUHVjwALkvdwreFfuc1CkW

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