Parkinson’s and depression

Parkinson’s patients may be able to take antidepressants to help fight depression.

In the past, Parkinson’s patients who took older antidepressants had significant side effects.

Now, researchers find newer drugs decrease the symptoms of depression without worsening motor problems associated with Parkinson’s.

Nearly half of Parkinson’s patients suffer from depression, and the condition can have a significant impact on their disease if it is not treated.