The Parkinson's You Don't See: Cognitive and Non-motor Symptoms

To be notified of more videos like this, don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel here:    / davisphinneyfdn   Some of the first symptoms people with Parkinson's may experience are not visible to others. As Parkinson's progresses, cognitive, and other non-motor symptoms continue to be a significant aspect of living with Parkinson's. Joanne Hamilton, PhD, ABPP-CN, of Advanced Neurobehavioral Health of Southern California in Poway, CA, explains what to expect and how to distinguish symptoms caused by Parkinson's from those caused by medications. Her presentation for the Davis Phinney Foundation audience offers hope and practical strategies for understanding and managing cognitive and non-motor challenges. This content is made possible by the generous support of viewers and listeners like you. If you would like to make a donation please visit: https://dpf.org/youtubedonation 0:00 Introduction 1:47 Recognize the symptoms, be an advocate for yourself and your loved ones 4:59 95% of people with Parkinson's experience cognitive changes 7:20 Executive dysfunction affects problem solving, planning, organization, decisions 10:28 Memory problems in Parkinsons are different than Alzheimer's 11:29 30-50% of people with Parkinson's experience some degree of depression 11:42 Suspiciousness, apathy, anxiety and lack of motivation are common 12:15 Movement disorder specialists can separate symptoms from side effects 12:57 Impulse control problems can be a side effect of medication 13:30 Sleep disorders can be aggravated by medications 14:32 Consult with your physician about over-the-counter drugs 17:46 Reduce stress to improve thinking and mood 19:03 Limit distractions and use memory aids, lists 20:03 Depression is a treatable condition 20:17 Exercise is essential for good physical and mental health 20:52 Care partners can schedule activities to help overcome apathy 23:37 Parkinson's symptoms are not limited to what we can see 24:40 Behavioral therapies and exercise can improve quality of life 25:15 Overall health provides strong foundation for coping with Parkinson's 25:28 Be proactive in communicating changes to your doctor