Product Description

This book is a book of hope for both the newly diagnosed Parkinson's Person as well as a helpful reminder to a better quality of life for those who have had the disease for many years. The writing is succinct and easy to read. Hal outlines the four basics of hope as 1) Help; 2) Optimism; 3) Physician; and 4) Exercise. His personal stories on these four points are candid and powerful. He has experienced some changes in his life as a result of Parkinson's but he remains positive, upbeat and full of vitality. He shares some personal guidelines he now lives by and offers some tips on how to on how to face the challenges that may lie ahead. This is not a lecture on what you should do but merely an insight into what is working for a fellow person with Parkinson's. This is an essential tool to improve one's quality of life for those living with Parkinson's

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #98198 in Books
• Published on: 2006-07-01
• Binding: Paperback
• 102 pages

About the Author
Hal Newsom retired from the advertising world at the age of 60, after spending 35 years writing television commercials, newspaper ads, and radio copy. He has always led an active physical life, filled with competitve sports and outdoor activities. At 66, he was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. Although slowed by Parkinson's, he has not let the disease diminish his zest for life. Today he hikes in the Washington mountains (not as high as before), downhill skis (except for moguls), jogs (at a snail's pace), and bikes the streets of Seattle (at no blazing speed). He shares his experience and attitudes with the hope that they will help provide insight and encouragement to others who are identified in this book as Parkinson's People.

Customer Reviews

A critical book for those with Parkinson's Disease and their relatives.
There are a number of books out there for patients and families, and this is one of the best--required reading. Attitude is everything in this disorder, and Hope gives people the keys to a healthy one.

Phil Ballard MD

Giving this to friends for three years
This book came out four or five years ago. It's gone through one revision, and I continue to give it out to friends.

Originally I read this as a person related to someone with Parkinsons - it had helped my mother deal with the challenge. But I heard from others that it was simply inspirational for anyone dealing with a long term health challenge.

I've bought this book 11 times now to give to people who need some light. And I hear time and again that that's happened - and that they get it for others.

Newsom is a real inspiration.

Very Helpful and Thoughtful for all Who Care About or Care for Someone with PD
When I was put into the position of having to learn about Parkinson's disease, the first book I read was Hal Newsom's "HOPE". It is a fast read and easily understood. I learned a lot about PD and how attitude, exercise, drugs and nutrition are so important. A few months later I re-read "HOPE". What struck me the second time around was that the book improved with the second reading. Anyone who has PD should read this book. And, anyone who cares about or cares for someone with PD should also read it. It's one way to learn what goes on emotionally and spiritually with a PD patient, in addition to physically.