Living Well with Parkinson's

A Guide to a Fulfilling Life
1. Auflage 2025
ISBN: 978-1-032-77682-8
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 228 Seiten, Format (B × H): 129 mm x 198 mm, Gewicht: 453 g

Reihe: BPS Ask The Experts in Psychology Series

This accessible guide provides evidence-based approaches to support those with Parkinson's. It offers a roadmap to not only managing the symptoms but also thriving with the condition, allowing individuals and their care partners to develop a comprehensive approach to living well with Parkinson’s, emphasising proactive engagement with healthcare professionals, emotional resilience, and achievable goals.

The book begins by providing a clear understanding of Parkinson’s including its diagnosis, causes, progression, and various symptoms. It then delves into the impact of the disease on a person's health and well-being, focusing on non-motor symptoms, mental health, and daily life adjustments. The heart of this guide explores practical strategies for nurturing essential relationships with spouses, insights into maintaining emotional solid connections and communication during the journey with Parkinson’s. Furthermore, the book delves into crucial aspects of self-care, addressing how individuals can take control of their health through sleep improvement, nutrition, physical activity, and relaxation techniques. Readers will discover a holistic approach to well-being, emphasising the significance of these factors in managing Parkinson’s effectively.

The book serves as a valuable companion for those navigating the complex terrain of Parkinson’s, offering hope, knowledge, and practical guidance on the journey to living a rich, meaningful, and fulfilling life.

Zielgruppe

General and Professional Practice & Development

Autoren/Hrsg.

Bogosian, Angeliki

Fachgebiete

• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Pflege Pflegedienste
• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Klinische und Innere Medizin Geriatrie, Gerontologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologische Disziplinen Angewandte Psychologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologie / Allgemeines & Theorie Psychologische Theorie, Psychoanalyse
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologie / Allgemeines & Theorie Psychologie: Sachbuch, Ratgeber
• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Pflege Altenpflege

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Who am I and Why Am I Giving You This Advice?

Chapter 1 What is Parkinson's?

Chapter 2 What Psychological Skills Can Help Me Manage Parkinson’s Challenges?

Chapter 3 How Can I Manage Parkinson’s Symptoms Effectively?

Chapter 4 What lifestyle changes can I make to improve my well-being?

Chapter 5 How does Parkinson’s affect family relationships and friendships?

Final thoughts: How to Live Well with Parkinson's?

Über Autor(innen)

Angeliki Bogosian is a health psychologist and academic working at City, University of London, UK. Her research is at the forefront of practice. She has a nationally established profile in leading medium to large interdisciplinary studies identifying effective and cost-effective ways to give people with long-term conditions the tools to manage physical and psychological challenges. She specialises in Acceptance Commitment therapies and mindfulness training and works mainly with people with neurological conditions.