The Art of Parkinsons: Movement Disorders Essay Prize winners announced

It is clear that art can bring a great deal of happiness to people livening with Parkinson’s disease. Regardless of the underlying mechanism of increased creativity in Parkinson’s disease, whether it is a symptom of disease or medication, the blossoming of artistic expression can be one of the few gifts given by disease. Similarly, the impact of art in improving quality of life through therapy cannot be underestimated, and this should remain a focus for all those involved in the care of people living with Parkinson’s."

Click below to read George's winning essay.

So far, many studies have shown a link between artists that increase their creativity and production of artwork after the diagnosis of PD. Yet studies have also revealed patients who have never before produced art, suddenly begin to create visual art."

Click below to read David's essay.