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Parkinson's Disease Dementia

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  • 1/3 of people with Parkinson's have mild cognitive impairment (MCI). What is it?
    Mild cognitive symptoms that don't interfere with regular functioning.
  • Does Parkinson's Disease Dementia usually emerge before or after a Parkinson's Disease diagnosis?
    Parkinson's Disease Dementia usually appears years after an initial Parkinson's Disease diagnosis.
  • What bodily functions does dopamine help regulate?
    Motivation, Reward, Movement, Memory, Mood, Attention, Sleep, Immunity
  • What are some ways that dressing can be made easier for someone with Parkinson's?
    Pull on clothing (elastic waist), Velcro closures instead of zippers and buttons.
  • Although the disease is different for each person diagnosed, is Parkinson's generally a fast or slow moving disease?
    Generally, progression is slow.
  • What are the primary symptoms of Parkinson's?
    Tremor, Rigidity, Bradykinesia (slowness of movement), Postural Instability (impaired balance and coordination)
  • Parkinson's Disease Dementia and Lewy Body Dementia are very similar. True or False?
    True. They are very similar clinically and pathologically.
  • What are signs of Parkinson's Disease Dementia?
    Memory problems, Distractibility, Slowed thinking, Disorientation, Confusion, Moodiness, Lack of motivation, Hallucinations
  • Loss of which neurotransmitter (brain chemical) is part of the Parkinson's Disease process?
    Dopamine
  • What is Parkinson's Disease?
    A chronic, progressive movement disorder.
  • Depression is very rare in Parkinson's. True or False?
    False. It occurs in 50% of patients.
  • What is the role of medication in Parkinson's Disease and Parkinson's Disease Dementia if there's no cure?
    Medications can help manage the symptoms of Parkinson's and improve quality of life.
  • When communicating with someone with Parkinson's Disease, can it be helpful to slow down your speech?
    Yes. This ensure that they can process what you're saying and gives them enough time to respond.
  • What are the clumps of protein called that are found in the brain cells of people with Parkinson's Disease?
    Lewy Bodies (clumps of the protein alpha-synuclein)
  • Because of the potential for cognitive symptoms, mental exercises/activities should be avoided. True or False?
    False. It is very important to integrate these activities into the routine of a person with Parkinson's. (Crosswords, Hobbies, Cards, Music, Reading, Etc.)
  • Depression and anxiety are symptoms of Parkinson's. True or False?
    True
  • What are some fun activities that you can integrate into a daily routine?
    Listening to music, Reading, Completing puzzles, Crafts, Board Games
  • How long ago was the disease first described?
    Over 200 years ago (1817).
  • Name three symptoms of depression.
    Guilt, Worthlessness, Decreased interest/pleasure in activities, Poor focus, Sleep problems, Appetite changes, Fatigue, Aches and pains and many more.
  • What are some secondary Parkinson's symptoms?
    Anxiety, Confusion, Dementia, Constipation, Depression, Diminished sense of smell, Skin problems, Urinary frequency, Slow/Quiet speech and more
  • What is facial masking?
    Decreased expression/emotion visible on the face of someone with Parkinson's due to the disease's effect on the muscles.
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