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One often sees messages commenting on how brave a PWP is, how well he is doing etc. I think there is a certain asymmetry in the response of outsiders to such an affliction. When sympathy is given, it is to the PWP and the CG just stands there sort of like a monument or an accessory. It is rarely realized that Parkinsonisn affects typically two people (at least) and there are often profound changes in the lifestyle of the CG along with that of the PWP. Quote: We spouses and children share the frustration, the depression, and the anger that comes with the shattered plans for dreams of a future that are likely lost forever. Our social life disapates and we become increasingly housebound along with the victim. We learn how much they did for us as we take over the tasks of running a home one by one when their abilities diminish. We labor physically in the care of our spouses or parents and suffer wrenched muscles, bruises and loss of sleep. Our dispositions sour as we grow exhausted in our labor of love. We snap and snarl and then apologize when circumstances overwhelm us, just as the victim does. We weep along with them. We are victims too. I think this quote from Martha Rorers post well summarizes our situation, certainly my life has changed and plenty of accomodations are neccessary. Just curious: Does anybody have an idea how many relationships are broken and result in separations or divorce. I can easily see that the emotional an financial strain can break relationships apart. I am hanging in there. K-F Etzold Cg Carline I