Building a Supportive Parkinson’s Community Together It starts with us Esther Do. you remember the TV show from a few years ago called Community? It was about a group of students at a local community college who met in a study group for a class they were all taking. This disparate group of students would never have even met under other […]
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Shop Unique Parkinson’s Gifts This Black Friday By now, I am sure you know that today is Black Friday. The busiest shopping day of the year in the United States. Rather than innundate you with emails about special deals, I have just a few things that might interest you. Twitchy Woman T-Shirts First, our exclusive new t-shirt design for women with Parkinson’s […]
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Just 2 more days…. Until Giving Tuesday. As a PWP I see me in each of those words. I’m not sure yet if I’ll wear it, hang it “loudly” a flag for all to see, or cuddle it quietly while I muse.  Pam Dear Twitchy Followers, It has been a pleasure writing this blog for the last 11 years […]
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What is the October Slide? The "October Slide" describes a phenomenon where individuals with chronic illnesses, such as Parkinson's, experience worsened symptoms in fall due to factors like reduced daylight and colder weather. It highlights strategies for coping, including light therapy, indoor exercise, and maintaining social connections, to manage these seasonal challenges effectively.
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Lions and Tigers and Bears! Oh My! The author reflects on Parkinson's symptoms using the metaphor of "lions, tigers, and bears." They discuss various symptoms like tremors, insomnia, and rigidity, emphasizing the complexity of the disease. Additionally, they promote an upcoming comedy fundraiser for scholarships to the World Parkinson Congress, highlighting prior successes and scholarship details.
https://twitchywoman.com/2025/....10/08/lions-and-tige