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Janice, While I agree with Camilla's portrayal of your husband's probable emotion l state, and I think that she has recommended a wise, sensitive manner of approach, I feel compelled to suggest that you consider a different strategy--i.e., that you leave him be--for now. Camilla is probably correct in suggesting that he is in a fear-based state of denial. But denial is a natural first stage that most of us go through when confronted with something as devastating and incomprehensible as the notion of an incurable, progressive neurological disease. Denial sort of softens the initial blow, or allows us to regain our strength and our senses after being knocked off our feet. And, denial is usually not responsive to logic. If your husband could talk about his fears, then he could also talk about his PD, and vice-versa. But, if any approach stands a chance of helping him deal with those fears, it is the sensitive, understanding approach suggested by Camilla. I am suggesting that you try Camilla's approach but don't badger him if he does not respond. As I said earlier, denial is as stage of adjustment and I recommend this strategy--which, by their way, includes your being supportive to your husband in any way that you can and that he lets you--for now. Denial is not healthy or constructive as a long-term or final mode of adjustment. If it continues unabated, then reconsideration of your approach would be indicated. I base my comments on my experience as a psychologist, but more importantly, on my experiences in adjusting to my PD. For the first year or so, I didn't exactly go out of my way to avoid info on PD but I didn't go out of my way to get it, either. And I got furious with my girlfriend when she sent me an unasked-for packet of materials and info from NPF. A good year passed before I even looked the packet. My point is that everyone adjusts at his/her own way and at his/her own pace. I've come a long way from that initial picture of angry denial, and so might your husband, given time and support.