Speech & PD Archives | American Parkinson Disease Association

What is Parkinson’s Disease?
What is Parkinson’s Disease?

This section will help you understand the basics of Parkinson’s Disease, how Parkinson’s Disease affects the brain, its symptoms and ongoing research. Learn More
Education & Support
Parkinson’s Resource Library

Browse our extensive library of Parkinson’s resources. Watch webinars, download our latest publications, and read articles — all filterable by the topic you would like to learn more about.

Start Browsing
Research
Research

We are committed to scientific research and have been a funding partner in many major Parkinson’s disease scientific breakthroughs, investing more than $51 million in research since 1961. Read about what we fund and explore opportunities for funding.
Learn More
Get Involved
Get Involved

As the country’s largest grassroots Parkinson’s organization, we rely on the community to help us in our cause. Join our community today.

Learn More
APDA in Your Community

Vocal Therapy & More — Let’s Talk About LSVT

Posted on February 16, 2021February 16, 2021 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Improving Speech & Movement Through Lee Silverman Voice Treatment Programs for Parkinson’s Disease People with Parkinson’s disease (PD) often...see more find that they have difficulty with their speech and their ability to be properly understood in conversation. Their voice may not be as loud, or their articulation as clear as it once was. They may speak […]

Let’s talk about Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Parkinson’s disease

Posted on June 30, 2020April 21, 2024 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Dr. Gilbert interviews occupational therapist, Holly Cohen, to discuss important information about augmentative and alternative communication options for Parkinson's...see more Disease.

Let’s talk about talking with Parkinson’s disease

Posted on August 13, 2019April 21, 2024 by Rebecca Gilbert, MD, Ph.D.

Dr. Gilbert interviews Lisa Sommers, expert Parkinson’s disease Speech Language Pathologist

Support Our Mission

To support your local Let’s talk about talking with Parkinson’s disease chapter please click the button below:

DONATE

What is Parkinson’s Disease?

Parkinson’s Resource Library

Research

Get Involved

Vocal Therapy & More — Let’s Talk About LSVT

Let’s talk about Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Parkinson’s disease

Let’s talk about talking with Parkinson’s disease

What Is Parkinson’s Disease?

Robotic Garment Improves Stride in Patient With Parkinson's Disease

Trial on way to increase exercise for Hispanic patients now recruiting

ParkinSex, APDA guide for intimacy, honored by healthcare industry

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION TO CELEBRATE THE POWER OF A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY DURING PARKINSON’S DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH

APDA’s ParkinSex Triumphs with Three Prestigious Industry Awards; Celebrated for Redefining & Rebuilding Intimacy for People with Parkinson's

Hope in Progress: American Parkinson Disease Association Supports Researchers With $1.975 Million in New Funding

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION LAUNCHES PROFESSIONAL TRAINING COURSE TO EDUCATE ABOUT ADVANCED PARKINSON’S DISEASE

Could drugs like Ozempic help people with Parkinson’s disease?

Skin Biopsy Update: The latest news re: efficacy and usefulness in Parkinson’s disease diagnosis, now and in the future

A new device dramatically improves freezing of gait in an individual with PD

Spinal Cord Stimulation as Potential Treatment for Gait Issues

Support Our Mission

Support Our Mission

Subscribe to get updates from APDA and helpful Parkinson’s info!