Parkinson's patients face increased depression, independence issues due to poor sleep

Parkinson's patients face increased depression, independence issues due to poor sleep

A new study by researchers at Ireland's Maynooth University, based on patient data gathered by the US-based Michael J. Fox Foundation, found that an overwhelming 84% of patients with Parkinson's disease report struggling with sleep issues.

Sleep Issues in Parkinson’s: A Closer Look at Patient Data

A study using data from over 38,000 Parkinson’s patients examines the prevalence of sleep disturbances and their potential impact on daily life and disease progression. Summary: A new study from Maynooth University, based on data from over 38,000 Parkinson’s disease patients gathered by the Michael J. Fox Foundation, highlights the widespread prevalence of sleep disturbances in this population. The research, published in the Journal of Sleep Res…

Does Parkinson's cause depression and anxiety?

Parkinson’s disease is a complex disease that affects the life of an individual beyond their mobility. As the disease progresses, so does the progression of emotional distresses such as anxiety and depression. In addition, severe Parkinson’s significantly raises the probability of these mental health challenges. As a result, this article explains how Parkinson’s leads to […] The post Does Parkinson’s cause depression and anxiety? appeared first …