What happens to the brain?

In this film, a Parkinson’s Nurse will discuss what happens in the brain, highlighting the key things to help you understand your Parkinson’s and recognise symptoms.

So to recap:
 

• Parkinson’s happens because of a lack of important chemicals in the brain called neurotransmitters.

• These chemicals carry messages, when you don’t have enough, nerve cells can’t communicate properly.

• This can cause motor problems, like a slowing down of movement, as well as non-motor symptoms like memory problems or low mood.

• Each person’s Parkinson’s is unique to them.