Disrupted identities: movement, mind, and memory in Parkinson's disease
1Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Psychology,University of Manchester,Manchester Academic Health Sciences Centre,UK.
International Psychogeriatrics
|May 10, 2017
Summary
Parkinson's disease, initially described as "Shaking Palsy," now involves more than motor symptoms. Modern understanding recognizes it as a complex disorder with cognitive, psychiatric, and autonomic elements.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
Background:
- James Parkinson's 1817 description of "Shaking Palsy" initially excluded non-motor symptoms.
- Early recognition identified Parkinson's disease (PD) as more than a motor disorder.
Discussion:
- Paul McHugh conceptualized PD as a "triadic disorder" including motor, cognitive, and psychiatric aspects.
- Current understanding expands this to include autonomic and pain syndromes.
Key Insights:
- Parkinson's disease (PD) pathophysiology extends beyond motor deficits.
- The disease encompasses a wide spectrum of non-motor manifestations.
Outlook:
- Further research into the multifaceted nature of PD is essential.
- Understanding the full scope of PD is crucial for comprehensive patient care.
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