Breaking the silence on impulsive and compulsive behaviours
The more we’ve talked to people living with Parkinson’s, the more we’ve learned about the impact of compulsive and impulsive behaviours. A potential side effect of dopamine agonists (that is, commonly...
24 Feb 202232min
Everyday life after DBS surgery
In our second episode on deep brain stimulation, two guests discuss what life is like after having DBS surgery – from symptoms and charging the device, to check-ups and body image.Our first guest is P...
27 Jan 202227min
Deciding to have DBS surgery
In this episode, two guests discuss everything there is to consider when making the decision about deep brain stimulation, or DBS.Here to tell us all about her experience is Cathy Molohan, an Irish-bo...
6 Jan 202244min
Special episode: three questions on life with Parkinson's
Ever since we first started recording the Parkinson’s Life podcast, we’ve been asking our guests the same three questions, designed to get to the heart of what it’s like to live with Parkinson’s.Descr...
15 Dec 202126min
Pursuing passions with Parkinson's
In this episode, we’re investigating what it means to pursue passions while living with the condition.Our first guest is Trevor Woollard, who lives in Buckinghamshire, UK. Trevor was inspired by stree...
2 Dec 202132min
Lessons learned from the pandemic
In this episode, four guests join us virtually from around the world to discuss the ways life has changed during the pandemic, how they have managed – and the lessons to be learned from Covid-19.Our f...
18 Nov 202148min
How to keep moving with Parkinson's
In this episode, we’re looking at the relationship between Parkinson’s and fitness – and how to keep your body moving with the condition.A host of research highlights the importance of physical activi...
28 Okt 202126min
How to eat well with Parkinson's
In this episode, we’re focusing on Parkinson’s and food.Food is such a huge part of our lives but how does the way you eat affect Parkinson’s – and does Parkinson’s impact the way you eat?Our first gu...
30 Sep 202139min
