About 4 years ago, my dad was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. It has progressed very fast. His movements are very slow, he can't remember like he was once able to. He has also recently lost his ability to drive (not by his choosing, his He has become depressed at losing his last bit of independence. Parkinson's has taken his sense of humor, ability to sleep well, memory and independence. :(
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