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Is There A Personality Change With Parkinson , Does A Person Forget Things? Does Excerise Help And How Often To Do It.

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Bristol, IL
November 9
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I do the rock steady boxing, walking with weights, and core gravity exercises with and without weights. Something every day

November 9
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Exercise slows progression of Parkinson's. Minimum of 3 days a week, but more is better if you can do it. There are classes specifically for PD, like Rock Steady Boxing, or you can just go out and walk or bike.

November 9
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Yes, Parkinson's disease can cause personality changes and memory issues. Additionally, exercise can be beneficial. Here are the details:

- Personality Changes: Parkinson's can lead to behavioral changes such as irritability and anger
- Memory Issues: Cognitive decline, including memory problems, can occur in people with Show Full Answer

Yes, Parkinson's disease can cause personality changes and memory issues. Additionally, exercise can be beneficial. Here are the details:

- Personality Changes: Parkinson's can lead to behavioral changes such as irritability and anger.
- Memory Issues: Cognitive decline, including memory problems, can occur in people with Parkinson's.
- Exercise Benefits: Regular, intense exercise can:
- Improve quality of life, mobility, function, and mood.
- Reduce cognitive decline and the burden on caregivers.
- Protect against disease progression and help avoid falls.

- Exercise Frequency:
- Engage in exercise regularly, ideally three times per week.
- Start with short sessions and gradually increase the duration.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the articles on MyParkinsonsTeam.

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