1st Edition
Living Well with Parkinson’s A Guide to a Fulfilling Life
Who am I and Why Am I Giving You This Advice?
Chapter 1 What is Parkinson's?
Chapter 2 What Psychological Skills Can Help Me Manage Parkinson’s Challenges?
Chapter 3 How Can I Manage Parkinson’s Symptoms Effectively?
Chapter 4 What lifestyle changes can I make to improve my well-being?
Chapter 5 How does Parkinson’s affect family relationships and friendships?
Final thoughts: How to Live Well with Parkinson's?
Biography
Angeliki Bogosian is a health psychologist and academic working at City, St George's University of London, UK. Her research is at the forefront of practice. She has a nationally established profile in leading interdisciplinary studies identifying effective and cost-effective ways to give people with long-term conditions the tools to manage physical and psychological challenges. She specialises in acceptance and commitment therapies and mindfulness training and works mainly with people with neurological conditions.
‘People living with Parkinson's are eager to understand how they can make lifestyle changes to live well with the condition. Increasing physical activity, following a balanced diet and managing mental wellbeing can all have a positive impact. This accessible, evidence-based book provides an excellent guide to help people with Parkinson’s take up and maintain healthy habits.’
Claire Bale, Associate Director of Research, Parkinson’s UK
