Neuro Talk: Stigma and Parkinson's Disease | Parkinson's Foundation

In this Neuro Talk, Dr. Sneha Mantri, Chief Medical Officer of the Parkinson’s Foundation., explores how stigma affects people living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners, and ways we can push back against the harmful stereotypes that surround PD. Stigma is when a person or group is judged or treated unfairly because of a negative belief or stereotype about them. Experiencing stigma can significantly impact the lives of people living with Parkinson’s. Stigma is associated with stereotypes, prejudice, discrimination, and exclusion. Community engagement is also vital to combating stigma. Attending local events, like Moving Day, joining support groups, or participating in PD exercise classes helps people with Parkinson’s and care partners feel less alone. A strong sense of community grows when people see others not just living with Parkinson’s, but thriving with it. Helpful resources: Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline: 1-800-4PD-INFO (1-800-473-4636) | Helpline@Parkinson.org | https://www.parkinson.org/resources-s... Hospital Safety Guide: https://www.parkinson.org/resources-s... PD Health @ Home programs: https://www.parkinson.org/resources-s... Información en español: https://www.parkinson.org/espanol Find us on social media! @ParkinsonDotOrg Facebook:   / parkinsondotorg   Facebook en Español:   / parkinsonespanol   Instagram:   / parkinsondotorg   Twitter: https://x.com/ParkinsonDotOrg LinkedIn:   / parkinsondotorg   TikTok:   / parkinsondotorg   What is the Parkinson’s Foundation? The Parkinson’s Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience and passion of our global Parkinson’s community. Learn more on our website: https://www.parkinson.org/ © 2025 Parkinson’s Foundation. All rights reserved. Feel free to share this video using the provided YouTube link, but do not modify or reproduce it without permission. #ParkinsonsDisease #Parkinson’s #PD #ParkinsonsFoundation #ParkinsonsDiseaseResources #Parkinsonsdiseaseinformation #WhatIsParkinsonsDisease #TheParkinsonsFoundation #ParkinsonsVideos