Research
Published 7 October 2025Torn Pieces
Illustrated Poems on Parkinson’s
A collection of illustrated short form poems exploring the sensations of Parkinson’s. These are designed as ‘talking packs’ for researchers, health professionals, and people with Parkinson’s and other chronic illness or mental health challenges and whānau. Each pack contains poem cards and reflective questions to support communication of illness experiences.
Additional information: Torn Pieces (Ebook)
Additional information: Companion to Torn Pieces
Additional information: Placing Unheard Voices Project Website
RESEARCHER
Dr Tara Coleman
ORGANISATION
University of Auckland
FUNDING SUPPORT
Marsden Fund
CONTRACT OR PROJECT ID
UOA2132: Placing unheard voices: the lived experience and geography of young-onset Parkinson's disease