Answer 3 for NRS 455 Identify a common perceptual, neurological, or cognitive issue and discuss contributing factors Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that affects movement and can also have

Answer 3 for NRS 455 Identify a common perceptual, neurological, or cognitive issue and discuss contributing factors

Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that affects movement and can also have cognitive effects (NIH, 2024). The National Institute of Health (2024) shares that an individual who has parkinson’s disease will usually have a basal ganglia (which is the part of the brain that controls movement) that is impaired. They add that the damage to the basal ganglia causes a significant decline in the production dopamine, which is why patients start to develop problems in movement. Unfortunately, the NIH informs us that scientists are still unable to pinpoint the cause as to why the neurons die. According to Adimoolam MD (2021), the two best ways patients can do to prevent this disease from developing is to incorporate physical activity into their daily routines. Furthermore, Adimoolam MD (2021) also claims that a proper diet (especially the mediterranean diet) can aid with prevention of this disease. As a current resident of San Diego, I have found that the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego offers something called the “Good Start Program.” Through this program, health care providers come together and answer questions of people who were newly diagnosed with these, and to also answer any questions their caretakers may have. It also serves as an educational program for people who want to update their knowledge base on parkinson’s disease.

References

Parkinson’s Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments. (2024). National Institute on Aging. https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/parkinsons-disease/parkinsons-disease-causes-symptoms-and-treatments#causes

Adimoolam, K. (2021). The Two Best Ways to Prevent Parkinsons Disease. Www.umms.org. https://www.umms.org/bwmc/news/2021/the-two-best-ways-to-prevent-parkinsons-disease