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Fact sheet – Communicating with people living with Parkinson’s

Communication is a two-way interaction, effective communication requires work from both the listener and the speaker.  

This guide provides practical insights and techniques to ensure that people living with Parkinson’s are not left out of communication exchanges. The sheet can be useful for loved ones and health care professionals.  

If you are living with Parkinson’s and are searching for information on common communication challenges please see here. 

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Please note: Fight Parkinson’s uses the phrase Parkinson’s rather than Parkinson’s Disease to reflect the community’s preference. Parkinson’s Disease is used only when necessary such as in medical, research or government contents, or in direct quotes.