The Parkinson's You Don't See: Cognitive and Non-motor Symptoms
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Published 2014-04-01
Some of the first symptoms people with Parkinson's may experience are not visible to others. As Parkinson's progresses, cognitive, and other non-motor symptoms continue to be a significant aspect of living with Parkinson's. Joanne Hamilton, PhD, ABPP-CN, of Advanced Neurobehavioral Health of Southern California in Poway, CA, explains what to expect and how to distinguish symptoms caused by Parkinson's from those caused by medications. Her presentation for the Davis Phinney Foundation audience offers hope and practical strategies for understanding and managing cognitive and non-motor challenges.
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0:00 Introduction
1:47 Recognize the symptoms, be an advocate for yourself and your loved ones
4:59 95% of people with Parkinson's experience cognitive changes
7:20 Executive dysfunction affects problem solving, planning, organization, decisions
10:28 Memory problems in Parkinsons are different than Alzheimer's
11:29 30-50% of people with Parkinson's experience some degree of depression
11:42 Suspiciousness, apathy, anxiety and lack of motivation are common
12:15 Movement disorder specialists can separate symptoms from side effects
12:57 Impulse control problems can be a side effect of medication
13:30 Sleep disorders can be aggravated by medications
14:32 Consult with your physician about over-the-counter drugs
17:46 Reduce stress to improve thinking and mood
19:03 Limit distractions and use memory aids, lists
20:03 Depression is a treatable condition
20:17 Exercise is essential for good physical and mental health
20:52 Care partners can schedule activities to help overcome apathy
23:37 Parkinson's symptoms are not limited to what we can see
24:40 Behavioral therapies and exercise can improve quality of life
25:15 Overall health provides strong foundation for coping with Parkinson's
25:28 Be proactive in communicating changes to your doctor
All Comments (21)
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Patients with Parkinsons do much better under the care of a neurologist than other md's. As soon as my dad's hand tremors started, I got him to a neurologist. He has had Parkinsons for about 10 years & now is 90 years old. He is doing a lot better than some 70 year olds!!! I am in the health care field & understand Parkinsons very well....Also, most patients are slower in the morning. My dad's best time for md appointments is 1:00 pm. Then we go to lunch, maybe stop at Home Depot or Costco, we return home & he is ready for a nap. Don't overschedule & try to do 2 md appointments in one day unless they are in the same building. Costco & lunch are fun things after a doctor appointment. Sometimes he wants to do both. Other days if he is tired, we just do one. Be flexible as a caregiver.
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Well, now I know... no longer in denial 🙌 😌 thank you for explaining everything we are experiencing because of Parkinsons... wow, jaw drop, sigh.
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This Doctor is a fantastic professor! 👏👏 English is my second language and I have been having problem undestanding some Americans and British accents, but I understood easily 100% of what she said. Literally! She speaks standard English and should be a role model for all lectures who want to present an intelligible lecture on the any international arena!
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I was diagnosed with PD just over 5 years ago and this video explains most of what I personally have gone through. I shared it with my friends and family hopefully they get it and understand it a bit more . All you Parkies out there remember to take ur meds in time and get your buts out of bed stretch, move your muscles , get some sun on your face , drink lots of water and smile cause your not gonna let this PD own you !!!! Ok nap time 😊
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No one has said what I deal with every day so well as this Lady has and made me understand it better. GREAT JOB.
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Thank you for your video. My father has Parkinson's Disease caused by Agent Orange while serving in Vietnam. One day my father stopped talking. He would just whisper. He whispered for about 4 months then stopped talking all together. I'd give ANYTHING to hear his sweet-caring voice. 😢 It's awful watching him choke and aspirate while he wastes away. We are doing everything in our power to keep him well and pain free. 🇺🇸
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I have been struggling WITH everything you have talked about...I wish I had known this, you changed my life...I would just put myself down and say I must be lazy, stupid and a )big baby concerning pain). I was diagnosed two months ago....out of the blue. Thanks to my "abnormal movement's"!
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This is the best video I’ve found about Parkinson’s. I highly recommend it to anyone who knows anyone with Parkinson’s.
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Nothing short of brilliant. Twenty-six life altering minutes for some people. Limitless thanks, Dr. Hamilton.
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I was diagnosed about a year ago and have to say thank you for addressing these issues. Mostly people look for visible signs and the only ones I had were falling for no reason. You addressed nearly every symptom I experience.
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My husband was just recently diagnosed & this video explained it all… I had SO many questions! Thanks much… valuable info!
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She managed that I kept on listening until the end of the presentation. It lasted a very long while because I was stopping the video and made plenty of notes. I learned a lot. Awesome presentation. Thanks a lot.
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I was just diagnosed at age 69. Honesty I am scared. I have to say this speaker has done a beautiful job, making an advanced topic be comprehensive. Simply brilliant.
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This is the best video on Parkinson's I've seen because the person knows what they are talking about. And that makes all the difference.
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Great lecture. In our opinion not enough discussion and awareness of the difficulty of managing the non motor symptoms, and also the side effects of some of the medications for PD. Thank-you for posting this.
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So thankful to be reminded of this reality with Parkinson's Disease. My husband was diagnosed in 2017. Like this presentation, reminders of the "hidden" realities of Parkinson's helps to remind me that my husband is not perposefully choosing to be difficult. I will share this with family and remind them once again that Chuck does not necessarily have control over his resistive responses toward us. Thank you!!
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Never realized all my symptoms of other things are really part of Parkinson’s. She really has researched Parkinson’s.
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Thank you for putting this on You Tube. My husband has Parkinson's. This explains so very much. Thank you.....
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Im 45 & was diagnosed this yr with this. My mood swings, & over all total body exhaustion is really hard to deal with. On maximum dose of medication for it & it helped the 1st month with my mind was clearer & i could think of each step to do thru the day. Now tho I'm already slowing down with thinking again. The anxiety & depression is just so crazy too
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I love this!! I have several clients with Parkinson but 1 with a rare Parkinson. I love working with all walks of life #elders #Parkinson #heavenlynailsonthegospa #love #blessings
