Tag: The Parkinson’s Path
Fear and Anger in the Face of a Chronic Diagnosis
Parkinson’s disease expert Lianna Marie talks about fear and anger for loved ones facing a terminal illness and their caregivers.
Fear and Denial in the Face of a Chronic Diagnosis
Parkinson’s disease expert Lianna Marie talks about fear and denial for loved ones facing a terminal illness and their caregivers.
Adjusting Our Expectations: Parkinson’s Caregiving During the Holidays
Joining Suzanne this hour is Lianna Marie, founder of AllAboutParkinsons.com, who has written a new book called "The Parkinson's Path." In this segment, Lianna...
Takeaways from a Parkinson Caregiver’s Journey
Joining Suzanne this hour is Lianna Marie, founder of AllAboutParkinsons.com, who has written a new book called "The Parkinson's Path." In this segment, Lianna...
From Shocked to “We Don’t Have Time for Parkinson’s”
Lianna Marie, founder of AllAboutParkinsons.com, describes what it was like when her mom was diagnosed with Parkinson's: "I was in my mid teens at the time, and I had not noticed anything "wrong" with my mom, so when she told us she had Parkinson's disease, it was an absolute, complete shock."
Diagnosed with Parkinson’s? Learn about The Parkinson’s Path
AllAboutParkinsons.com founder Lianna Marie has written a book about the emotional journey for those living with a chronic illness like Parkinson's. People share similar frustrations, sadness, and loss. Lianna's book presents the 30 most common emotions that they went through together, how they worked through them, and what they did about them. She then offers some practical ways to get through each of the challenges.
Parkinson’s Path: Finding Meaning with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie talks about finding meaning when you've been diagnosed with an illness like Parkinson's.
Inspirational People with Parkinson’s, with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie talks about inspirational people with Parkinson's. We talk about having hope, and looking up to people who are going through the same things. Michael J. Fox, of course, but also Jimmy Choi from American Ninja Warrior, who was diagnosed when he was 27. Jim Morris, the inspiration for the sports movie The Rookie, developed a form of Parkinson's due to sports concussions.
Parkinson’s Path: Becoming Grateful, with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie talks about gratitude. Why is it important and how is it possible? Studies suggest a sense of gratitude is connected to health. Grateful people sleep better and it reduces stress.
Parkinson’s Path: Depression, with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie talks about depression as it pertains to Parkinson's. Research today shows that it is a symptom rather a response to the illness. Up to 50% of people with Parkinson's are suffering from clinical depression, from the chemical imbalances triggered by the disease.
