Symptoms

My dad has recently been diagnosed, we have noticed that he is getting angry very quickly.
Has anyone else experienced this? Or could he just be struggling with the diagnosis. Thank you in advance.

Hi Karen,

Welcome to the forum. Very sorry to hear about your dad’s diagnosis. We’ve got lots of information on our website to help people who have been recently diagnosed: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/newly-diagnosed-parkinsons

We’d also recommend contacting our Helpline, who are able to offer advice and support on a wide range of issues affecting Parkinson’s patients and their families. You can reach them via email at [email protected], or call free on 0808 800 0303. Lines are open Monday to Friday from 9am to 7pm, and on Saturday from 10am-2pm.

Hope this helps.

Best wishes,

Owen,
Moderation Team