episode summary
In this episode, Dr. Gregory Pontone discusses:
- What mental health, wellness, and well-being really mean
- The definition of mental illness and the importance of not over-pathologizing
- The circular effect of caring for your mind and body
- The most common mental health issues related to Parkinson’s: depression and anxiety
- Identifying symptoms of depression and/or anxiety in yourself or a loved one
- Why people with Parkinson’s experience depression
- The importance of utilizing multiple pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments simultaneously
- Anxiety and depression during OFF times
- Strategies to manage anxiety in the moment
- Utilizing telemedicine services
- Medications for anxiety and those to be cautious of
- Anxiety’s impact on motor symptoms
- Involving family and friends in your treatment
- CBD as a treatment for anxiety and depression
- The importance of exercise in improving mental health
- Apathy and how to manage it
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