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Dear Jay--it is unfortunately true that a certain percentage of PWPs do develop cognitive/memory problems--not necessarily at first, but perhaps at least a third will have such problems--this is the case for my husband. This is thereason somePWPs are trying the Alzheimer's drug, Aricept, as I just posted about our experience with it. I know this will be no comfort to your father--or your family--but is one of the realities we have to face. There is also a very common effect called" bradyphrenia" or "slow thinking", comparable to bradykinesia (slow movement), where things do float to the surface, but take longer. Cognitive impairment is not pleasant to think about, and not inevitable either--but it is part of the reality for many PWPs and their loved ones. I hope your connection here will find many ways to help your father cope, even if you can't always reassure him as you would like to. Camilla Flintermann, CG for Peter, 78/7, Oxford,Ohio [log in to unmask] * * * * * * * * * * * * * * "Ask me about the CARE list for PD caregivers!" * * * * * * * * * * * * * *