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Living With Parkinson’s Disease: The Importance of Staying Connected With Loved Ones
Socializing has benefits as you age, especially if you live with Parkinson’s.
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD
Published on March 4, 2024Socializing, having a support system, and feeling a sense of belonging have many health benefits. If you have a chronic condition like Parkinson’s disease, staying connected with others may be even more important.
In this video, learn the importance of a strong social support system for people with Parkinson’s, according to Hiral Shah, MD, Neurologist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Additional Medical Contributors
- Hiral Shah, MDHiral Shah, MD, is a neurologist and assistant professor of neurology at Columbia University's Irving Medical Center.
References
National Institute on Aging. (2022). Parkinson’s disease: Causes, symptoms, and treatments.
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