Episode 9: Sharing our Parkinson's diagnosis with family, friends, and co-workers

The Secret Life of PD: In this episode, we share our personal stories of how we each talked to family, friends and co-workers. Each in our own way - as we say in our exercise class, "you do you". I talked to everyone and everyone but that's just me. You might want to keep things to yourself. But I hope it helps to hear how others have shared their diagnosis.
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[@RodolfoSavica]

Do not want to comment on any video but really I would like to express my gratitude! Keep up the good work! and again Happy to Help! Rodolfo Savica

[@NeOhMtnBiker]

Just like Brian, I had to come out right away due to slurred speech. I was pretty open and in some cases too open. I found that I had some friends that were uncomfortable having the discussion. The toughest though was trying to explain to my deaf 89 year old father who never did understand what I was talking about. Love your work.

[@thesecretlifeofparkinsons]

It's never an easy conversation. For either side. Take care! Thanks for watching.

[@barbarabreen4780]

So true Jessica,my husband has Parkisons,we were very open about it….thanks for sharing,always do what’s best for you….you live the journey with those you love…..

[@elizabetholiviaclark]

I say it's a good thing to stay friendly with the town gossip. Then when you need to tell scores of people that you have a Parkinson's dx, but you don't want to talk to scores of people, just tell the town gossip. Job done. My own Parkinson's dx is recent. Obviously, I intend to handle this with humor.

[@elaineporter182]

Thank you so much. Will be able to work on my communication after seeing this video. I joined a Parkinson’s support group . my first meeting is next Wednesday. I’m a little nervous but hope that they will help me come to a better understanding

[@thesecretlifeofparkinsons]

I hope you enjoy your meeting! I always felt that meeting with groups like that helped me understand more and feel like I'm not alone.