Parkinsons Disease and the Family: A New Guide (The Harvard University Press Family Health Guides)

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It affects , people in the United States, with approximately 50, new cases diagnosed annually. But its impact is much wider. Family members with little understanding of the disease often find themselves struggling to help their loved one navigate the complexities of the health care system. Patients wonder, Which treatments are best for me? Will I be able to live on my own? Should I join a drug trial?

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In this straightforward, compassionate guide, Nutan Sharma and Elaine Richman address these concerns and more. They provide a thorough review of the etiology, diagnosis, and current treatment of Parkinson's, with special consideration given to the effect on family dynamics and routines--including the often neglected topics of long-term care and sexual function.

The authors also review the pros and cons of various alternative therapies, including nutritional supplements, massage therapy, and traditional Chinese medicine.


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Too often, with Parkinson's disease, a loved one serves as medical interpreter, patient advocate, and caregiver. In Parkinson's Disease and the Family , Nutan Sharma and Elaine Richman draw on the latest research and clinical practice techniques to offer valuable suggestions for managing patient care and, perhaps more important, for healing the family unit. It affects , people Read more Read less. Customers who viewed this item also viewed.

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Parkinson's Disease and the Family

Review The authors' qualifications, their clear and accessible vocabulary, and the book's breadth and depth make this a highly recommended choice. Harvard University Press; 1 edition May 23, Language: Related Video Shorts 0 Upload your video. Share your thoughts with other customers. Write a customer review. There was a problem filtering reviews right now.

Please try again later. I purchased this book when my father in law was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. This really helped us get an idea of what we were facing, and what to expect. We lost him due to a combination of Parkinson's and Dementia. If you are looking for this book because you have a loved one with this disease, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I highly recommend this product. Overall I am thoroughly satisfied with my purchase.

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Thank you for taking the time to read my review. Have a great day! One person found this helpful. Excellent overview of the disease of PD! Book covers symptoms as well as Manifestations of the disease and Future expectations. I thank the Authors for such complete coverage.


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Helpful for the family! Many people will certainly be more knowledgable about Parkinson. A comprehensive collection of current and on-going research, treatments and case studies, this amazingly small book provides a great summary of everything you will read about Parkinson's in random web searches.

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The best part is that it is completely comprehensible for the lay person. I especially recommend this book for family members such as parents and siblings who may not be involved in day to day care-partnering with the Parkinson's Patient, but who may want to have an understanding of what is happening and what is going to happen to their family member. IKE is used in high schools for group counseling and is always well received by the students. The book is a must read for parents, and their children, because it sets forth positive concepts for young people.

There many good books written instructing parents on raising their children.