The Parkinson's Podcast: Managing Depression and Anxiety in Parkinson's

On September 17, 2021, we held The Victory Summit® Virtual Event: Mental Health and Wellness, shining the spotlight on how to manage the symptoms you can’t see in Parkinson’s. During this event, Dr. Gregory Pontone spoke to us about managing depression and anxiety in Parkinson's.

Topics discussed include:

What are the statistics on how many people are currently dealing with depression?
Wellness vs. Wellbeing
What is mental illness?
What is the impact of mental illness on Parkinson's?
What are the differences between depression and anxiety?
Different types of anxiety medicine and how they impact Parkinson's symptoms
The effect of anxiety on dystonia
Dealing with compulsive thoughts
What are some strategies for families dealing with anxietyand depression at home?
What is apathy?

and more! We hope you enjoy!

Season 4 Episode 35

[marypatriciap]

This is a podcast. I will listen to many times. Very informative, multi, layered, and well rounded information. Thank you.

[splashesin]

The anxiety I think, is what spurs any depression, for me. You know basic shelter and survival. I know it's happening to well people by the millions also.