Against the Odds: Living With Parkinson's
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The video "Against the Odds: Living With Parkinson's," part of the "Against the Odds" series, chronicles the journey of Andy McDowell who was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease. Highlighting personal resilience and family dynamics, Andy discusses the incremental progression of Parkinson's and its impact on daily life. Despite facing challenges such as tremors and emotional fluctuations, Andy maintains an active role in family life and a marketing career. Key educational concepts include understanding neurological disorders like Parkinson's, the importance of support networks, and the role of medical interventions like deep brain stimulation. This video is crucial for understanding the human aspect of living with chronic conditions and encourages empathy and awareness of disabilities.
Media Details
Runtime: 29 minutes 33 seconds
- Topic: Counseling and Self-Help, Health and Safety, Home and Family, Science, Social Science
- Subtopic: Culture and Society, Disabilities, Diseases and Conditions, Family Life, Health Care, Nervous System, Psychology
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2017
- Producer/Distributor: Films Media Group
- Series: Against the Odds
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