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Margaret, You certainly have your hands full! I am the coordinator of the APDA Young-Onset Parkinson's Information & Referral Center. We have much educational and supportive material that I think would be helpful to you and your husband. If you send me your snail mail address, I would be happy to send it to you. The answer is a resounding YES to your question about stress aggrevating PD symptoms...and it sounds like you both have had an over abundance of it. There are a variety of relaxation techniques that people often find helpful during these times. In your local library you can probably find several books that would be helpful. Also professional counselling may help you deal with the many issues you face, and provide a supportive and safe haven to talk about your concerns. Do you go to a support group? We have members in Israel on this list. If you let us know where you live, perhaps one of our Israeli friends will respond with the location of a group near you. In the group you will get many of your questions answered and get support , ideas for coping and friendship. I am going to be in Israel at the end of February. If I can be of assistance to you at that time, please let me know. Susan Reese, R.N., L.C.S.W. APDA Young-Onset I&R Center Glenbrook Hospital 2100 Pfingsten Road Glenview, IL 60025 U.S.A. 1/800-223-9776 [log in to unmask]