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Coping with a diagnosis – wisdom from a psychologist

Everyone experiences their diagnosis in very different ways. There are a range of responses that people diagnosed with YOPD most often experience.
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YOPD Glossary

Here’s an explanation of some of the terms you’ll hear used around young onset Parkinson's, plus insights from Sarah Tilley Sykes who has YOPD.
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Facing those three words “you have Parkinson’s”

The three words ‘you have Parkinson’s’ are not the ones anyone wants to hear. Those words may have been accompanied by other words like “incurable, degenerative and progressive.”

Key Appointments at SpotlightYOPD: Comments from the Chair

I would like to introduce you to Carl Beech – an  Author, keynote speaker, leadership consultant, broadcaster and entrepreneur. Carl is already been a CEO of a number of charities and in addition to being experienced in campaigning, brings new energy and ideas to Spotlight YOPD.

No Regrets, No Tears Goodbye

Having a chronic condition can give you a new perspective on life and how you chose to live. Gaynor Edwards - our current CEO - shares her own perspective and reason for passing on the baton.

Ten Years On (And Off)

Our CEO reflects on a decade since her diagnosis.

The Suspect: Parkinson’s… but isn’t he too young?

YOPD hits prime time TV in a five part drama on Bank Holiday Monday - August 29, 2022.

An Exercise in Proactive Brain Training

Specialist Parkinson Physiotherapists Maria Lewis and Sally Tawhai explain why the best exercise for YOPD does not involve mindless hours on a treadmill but something demanding effort - that can fully engage both brain and body.
Royal Northern College of Music students show effects of music on people with Parkinson's Disease

Royal Northern College of Music students show effects of music on people with Parkinson’s Disease

Students from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester have been staging a special concert to show the effects of music on people with Parkinson's Disease.
House of Lords debates access to neurological healthcare

House of Lords debates access to neurological healthcare

Ahead of the debate, Parkinson’s UK briefed members of the House of Lords about the challenges our community face in accessing health services that are vital to managing the range of Parkinson’s symptoms.
Parkinson’s power foods: one-day menus to nourish your brain and body

Parkinson’s power foods: one-day menus to nourish your brain and body

Kathrynne Holden looks at nutritious and varied meal plans that are great for the whole body.
Researchers investigate link between Parkinson’s disease and Covid-19

Researchers investigate link between Parkinson’s disease and Covid-19

Researchers in the US have explored the link between Covid-19 and the risk of Parkinson’s. As part of their study, the team induced “mild to moderate” cases of Covid-19 in mice genetically engineered to be susceptible to the virus.

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