## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Parkinson's Today Blog](/resources-support/blog) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Parkinson's Today Blog](/resources-support/blog) Tips for Daily Living # Podcast Playlist: 7 Podcast Episodes to Get You Through Winter Jan 28, 2020 ![Man listening with headphones](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/winterpodcast-blog.jpg?itok=JfMqPtZD) With cold temperatures and short days, winter may also coincide with feelings of isolation or loneliness. Know that you are not alone. The winter blues are common and can be triggered by the smallest occurrences. Whether you’re feeling down or simply need an escape, tune into our [Substantial Matters: Life and Science of Parkinson’s](https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/online-education/podcast) podcast episodes and tackle the seasonal lows with some of our most popular podcast episodes featuring Parkinson’s disease (PD) experts. ### 1. [Mental Health in a Medical Setting](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/37) Mental health issues are often a part of a chronic disease such as Parkinson’s, but no one comes into a disease as a blank slate. Therefore, distress in the setting of a disease should not only be ascribed to having the disease but should also take the whole person into account. [Listen Now](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/37) ### 2. [Recognizing Non-motor Symptoms in PD](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/65) In addition to tremor or stiffness, people with PD are often troubled by common non-motor symptoms such as fatigue, pain, disturbed mood or cognition. Visits to PD specialized therapists, exercise, dance and other movement regimes can help alleviate these problems. [Listen Now](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/65) ### 3. [A Western Perspective on PD: Understanding Complementary Medicine](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/71) While the traditional medicine from a Western perspective typically include drugs, rehabilitation therapies or surgical operations, many Eastern cultures take a holistic approach to treatment through the use of herbs, acupuncture, dietary therapy and other techniques aimed at restoring a healthy balance. [Listen Now](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/71) ### 4. [Autonomic Problems](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/28) A comprehensive, team approach can help people with PD improve quality of life issues that may not come up during routine doctor visits due to the associated stigma or potential feelings of embarrassment. These issues can include sexual/intimacy matters, blood pressure drops or urinary symptoms and often have easy solutions when addressed. [Listen Now](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/28) ### 5. [Talking to Children About Parkinson’s](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/44) Receiving a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis, especially at an early age, can be seen as disrupting an entire life plan. But it doesn’t have to. This episode offers advice about how to talk to children about the disease, where to turn for resources, and how having a relative with a chronic disease can have positive aspects for a child. [Listen Now](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/44) ### 6. [The Benefits of Exercise for People with Parkinson’s](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/3) Regular exercise is essential for people with Parkinson’s and has been shown to improve many PD symptoms including balance, mobility, issues with depression and constipation. Additionally, research shows that exercise may have a protective effect on the brain, slowing the degeneration of brain cells. [Listen Now](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/3) ### 7. [More Than Movement: Addressing Cognitive and Behavioral Challenges in Caring for PD](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/27) Addressing cognitive, behavioral, emotional and other neuropsychiatric issues may be challenging for physicians and for those they treat. This episode highlights an integrated cognitive behavioral movement disorder program addressing these challenges. [Listen Now](https://www.parkinson.org/library/podcast/27) **New to podcasts? 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