Parkinson’s disease is a common neurological condition affecting movement, but also mental function. This review provides an introduction to the underlying pathology, clinical symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. More detailed discussion focusses on the use of neuroimaging to support clinical diagnosis, psychiatric co-morbidity and the cognitive changes associated with Parkinson’s disease.
10.1002/9781118521373.wbeaa019
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The Encyclopedia of Adulthood and Aging
Wiley-Blackwell
21/12/2015
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Movement, Tremor, Dopamine, Basal Ganglia, Dementia