There Is an Old Saying That If "You Put a Smile

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Essay

There is an old saying that if "you put a smile on your face you will feel happy." Many Parkinson's patients may have difficulty expressing emotion on their face.What are some of the mood and emotional symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease? Is it possible that some of the depressive symptoms associated with PD are a result of diminished emotional expression capabilities?

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Definitions:

Immune Functioning

Refers to the activities and mechanisms through which the immune system identifies and defends against pathogens and other foreign substances.

Longer Healing Times

Extended periods required for the body to recover and repair after injury or surgery compared to average recovery times.

Daily Hassles

Everyday events that people experience as harmful, threatening, or annoying.

Persistent Fears

Ongoing, intense fears that significantly interfere with daily life, often leading to avoidance behaviors.