Medical News Article on Parkinson Disease

Findings from University of Denver, College of Education provide new insights into Parkinson disease

2010 SEP 20 -- New research, 'Predictors of loneliness in caregivers of persons with Parkinson's disease,' is the subject of a report. According to a study from the United States, "This study examined loneliness among caregivers of individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD). The sample included 70 caregivers (74% female; 96% spouses) who were currently living with the patient."

"A postal survey was sent to caregivers of persons with PD on the mailing list of a regional Parkinson association; response rate was 39%. Assessment instruments included the UCLA Loneliness Scale, Social Provisions Scale, Hoehn and Yahr (caregiver version), a perceived Self-Efficacy...

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