Shaking Up Parkinson Disease: Fighting Like a Tiger, Thinking Like a Fox (Paperback)

by Abraham Lieberman (Author) "I was entering my freshman year of college and my father came to visit me..." (more)
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It is estimated that 1.2 million people in North American have Parkinson's disease (PD), including actor Michael J. Fox. Lieberman, the national medical director of the National Parkinson Foundation, has written a sympathetic book aimed at answering the questions posed by patients and families dealing with this dreadful disease. He covers anatomy and chemistry changes, diagnostic tests, the autonomic nervous system, and how PD affects the body and the mind. Especially good is the section on anxiety and depression as a biological rather than a psychological symptom of the disease. Lieberman explains PD symptoms, considering why they occur, what can be done medically to treat them, and steps the patient can take to alleviate them. He also details the drugs and surgery used to treat the disease and lists disorders that can mimic PD. Finally, Lieberman offers questionnaires that will help patients measure personal mobility, emotion, quality of life, and more. Though some readers may find the religious quotes off-putting, this book's readability and concrete tips make it better than William Weiner's Parkinson's Disease (LJ 5/15/01). An excellent addition to consumer health collections. Janet M. Schneider, James A. Haley Veterans' Hosp., Tampa, FL

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Product Description
Univ. of Miami, FL. Consumer text explains Parkinson: how it's recognized, what causes it, who gets it, practical strategies for dealing with the diseases, when and how to get help, and more. Uses case studies, Biblical references, and facts. Softcover.

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc.; 1 edition (November 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0763718661
• ISBN-13: 978-0763718664
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #402,431 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars don't waste your $ if you expect title to be true!, May 18, 2005

By	S. J. Johnson "wildgypsy" (volcano ~ sierras) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

as a recently diagnosed parkinson disease person, i have read and re-read everything i could get from pd foundations on symptons, treatments and what to expect with pd. the title of this book, "shaking up parkinson disease - fighting like a tiger, thinking like a fox" led me to believe that the famous dr.lieberman would be revealing actions and stragegies not previously printed on dealing with and CURING pd. the title is misleading...contents are almost word for word from his "100 questions & answers about parkinson disease," which i found well organized and quite useful. why were relatives of pd patients interviewed when there are approximately 1 1/2 million
people WITH pd? [whose views are highly valued by me]. i was offened as the good doctor and a-l-l of his famous family interviewes promoted the bible as part of the cure and spouted
endless quotes from it. while spiritual growth may play a part in dealing with this disease, it is incorrect to promote one faith's book of books as part of the actual cure! purchasers would be better served had the dr. shared proactive ways to participate in finding the cure and left his religous beliefs for a book on faith!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Heloful, Informative Book, September 1, 2006

By	Alice Crooker "Alice M Crooker" (Kirkland, WA, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Anyone with Parkinslon's disease as well as their caretaker should appreciate this book. It is well-written and empathethic. Dr. Abe Liebberman has answered questions I have had about the baffling condition and it is unfortunate that we do not have more doctors with his knowledge and expertise in America today.