Parkinson’s Library

  • Disturbances of the Mind
    Disturbances of the Mind by Douwe Draaisma is a book regarding various illnesses ranging from Bonnet Syndrome to Alzheimer’s, with an entire range of brain diseases in between.  It provides an interesting narrative about how ...
  • Medical and Surgical Treatment for Parkinson Disease
    Levodopa is converted to dopamine in the brain. It is effective in managing the initial symptoms of Parkinson disease, however over time the effectiveness is reduced and this results in motor fluctuations. Motor fluctuations are ...
  • Diagnosis and Treatment for Newly Diagnosed Parkinson Disease
    If your doctor thinks you may have Parkinson disease, this information sheet will help you talk with him or her about how Parkinson disease is diagnosed and how it will progress. Neurologists from the American Academy ...
  • Screening and Treatment for Depression, Dementia and Psychosis in Parkinson Disease
    Depression, dementia, and psychosis are common in people with Parkinson disease. These conditions can affect how people with Parkinson disease cope and also have an effect on the quality of life for both patients and ...