Psychological stress associated with prognostic uncertainties in recently diagnosed Parkinson's disease patients: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a common neurodegenerative disorder that negatively impacts thousands of patients in Canada. The unexpected nature of PD is associated with a decline in mental health. The highest level of psychological stress occurs during the early years following the diagnosis.

Objectives

To understand the psychological stress associated with prognostic uncertainties in recently diagnosed PD patients, uncover the gaps in the current support systems, and recommend areas for improvement in the support services that aim to decrease the psychological stress associated with receiving the PD diagnosis.

Methods

An exploratory qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured interviews with 13 PD patients diagnosed for more than 6 months and less

SUBMITTER: Aboelzahab YH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11896053 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature