Adults with Parkinson's Disease experience an array of challenges and changes in daily living, behaviors, and functioning throughout the progression of their condition. The investigators want to learn more about the effects of Parkinson's Disease on individuals' social behavior and quality of life (QoL) compared to people of the same age without Parkinson's Disease.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
500
Observational study with no intervention
The George Washington University
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
RECRUITINGSubjective Quality of Life
satisfaction with different aspects of life, such as health and social relationships
Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year
Social Behavior
ability to interact with others
Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year
Activities of Daily Living
ability to complete tasks to be independent
Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year
Mental Health
depression and anxiety symptoms
Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year
Cognition
memory and executive function challenges and strengths
Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year
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