Healthy Living

What Not to Say to Someone With Parkinson's Disease

Unnecessary Questions Related to Parkinson's

Each individual facing the day to day struggles of Parkinson's may or may not enjoy questions. Before assuming that a person with PD is alright with questions, discussing their boundaries of communication and comfort is important to the overall relationship of each respective person. Avoiding any confusion and insensitivity by simply avoiding stereotypical questions and making certain they are satisfactory discussing issues. In general, it is best to wait for an individual to bring up their own issues, although it is understandable when family and friends may find concern in some conditions.