Parkinson’s disease is often associated with movement changes, but some of its most significant effects are less visible.
In this episode of Brainstorms, Renee Garrett, MSEd, CCC-SLP, CBIS, is joined by Samantha Elandary, MA, CCC-SLP, to explore the neurological changes that impact communication and engagement in individuals living with Parkinson’s. Together, they unpack how declining dopamine levels influence more than motor function, shaping sensory processing, motivation, and overall participation.
The conversation also examines how sensory changes can affect a person’s awareness of their own speech and movement, leading to unique communication challenges that are often misunderstood or overlooked.
Whether you are supporting someone with Parkinson’s or navigating it yourself, this episode offers insight into the quieter side of the disease and why recognizing these changes is key to improving communication, connection, and quality of life.
In this episode of Brainstorms, Renee Garrett, MSEd, CCC-SLP, CBIS, is joined by Samantha Elandary, MA, CCC-SLP, to explore the neurological changes that impact communication and engagement in individuals living with Parkinson’s. Together, they unpack how declining dopamine levels influence more than motor function, shaping sensory processing, motivation, and overall participation.
The conversation also examines how sensory changes can affect a person’s awareness of their own speech and movement, leading to unique communication challenges that are often misunderstood or overlooked.
Whether you are supporting someone with Parkinson’s or navigating it yourself, this episode offers insight into the quieter side of the disease and why recognizing these changes is key to improving communication, connection, and quality of life.
