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Fred, Welcome! I am 48 years old with 2 children, not quite teens. I have been diagnosed for 5 years. Don't give up! Two years ago, I started taekwondo. My neuro wanted me to take tai chi, but since I live in the middle of "nowhere", I started formal taekwondo training instead. I use a tai chi tape almost every morning, but the classes I attend (with my children) have been a blessing. I have reduced my medication, almost by half, still maintain all functions and have earned a black belt. My neuro supports me whole heartedly, claiming that studies substantiate the role of martial arts training in the delay of debilitating symptoms. First of all, find a good neuro. The first thing my neuro said was "We tailor the meds to fit the patient, not the patient to the meds." This after 6 or 8 doctors who didn't have a clue! Then, exercise! The adage, "Use it or lose it." must have been stated by a parkie. Do not give up or in! There is hope! Sue 48, and still kicking! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn