New guide to intimate relationships available

22 May 2012

We've just updated our booklet, Intimate relationships and Parkinson's.

Part of our range of resources to support people affected by Parkinson's, it's designed to give information about relationships to anyone affected by the condition.

Parkinson's and relationships

Intimate relationships and Parkinson's is relevant to anyone affected by Parkinson's, whether they are sexually active or not, or if they are single or in a relationship and regardless of their sexual orientation.

It looks at:

• Parkinson's and relationships in general
• the challenges couples may face
• how Parkinson’s may affect sexual function and the physical and emotional issues that may arise from this.

Each section has tips and suggestions of ways to overcome problems and links to other organisations that may be able to offer further support.

People with Parkinson's at the heart of our work

Michael Ross, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2007, also helped to create this resource. He agrees that it will be helpful to him and added:

"The booklet is super and will be very useful."

Bev Howard, our Senior Resources Editor, adds:

"We are passionate about giving people with Parkinson's the information they need to help them manage issues related to their condition.

"We hope this resource helps people to explore and seek support for sensitive issues that they may otherwise find difficult to discuss.

"People with Parkinson's played a key role in developing this and all our resources - they are at the heart of everything we do."

Support for people affected by Parkinson's

Intimate relationships and Parkinson's can be used by healthcare professionals, as well as people affected by Parkinson’s, to discuss issues around sex and relationships.

It's part of our wide range of resources, designed to support people with Parkinson’s, their families and carers and healthcare professionals working with people with the condition.

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