Yes, indeed, Lori-- in many cases,PD makes the voice softer and less distinct. There is even a special voice therapy ("Lee Silverman...") for PWPs. If you access the list archives on the web you can check out this, and everything else ever posted! I sent the info re: the archives on 4-1-98-- let me know if you don't have it. >Does PD effect the voice? My mother's voice is changing and I >wondered if anyone else is/has experiencing(ed) the same symptom. > >Lori > >P.S. Thanks for all the write backs--it really helps me to understand >what my Mom is going through with your comments. Camilla Flintermann, CG for Peter 79/8 Oxford, OH [log in to unmask] * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Ask me about the CARE list for* * Parkinson's caregivers ! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *