Depression & Anxiety in Parkinson's and How to Manage Them

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Approximately 50-60% of people living with Parkinson’s experience varying levels of depression and anxiety. It’s important to know the difference between these common mood disorders so you can accurately explain how you’re feeling to your doctor and get the care you need.

In this webinar on depression and anxiety, Dr. Gregory Pontone addresses:
- The differences between depression and anxiety and how they are related
- The different types of depression and anxiety
- The causes of depression and anxiety in people living with Parkinson’s
- When and how to treat depression
- When and how to treat anxiety
- The latest in treatments, including non-pharmacological interventions