A new study by UCL researchers found that the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease is at least twice as high in people over the age of 50 with anxiety compared to those without anxiety. The study used UK primary care data and tracked the development of Parkinson’s features in individuals with anxiety. The researchers also identified symptoms like depression, sleep disturbance, and tremors as risk factors for developing Parkinson’s in people with anxiety. The study highlights the importance of early detection and treatment for Parkinson’s disease, which affects millions of people globally. Further research is recommended to explore the relationship between anxiety and Parkinson’s risk.
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New research links anxiety to higher Parkinson’s risk in over-50s
