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There is still much to be learned about this complex disease, and citizen science\u2013the involvement of the public in scientific research\u2013has been used for public health initiatives in other conditions. Meaningful engagement in science requires knowledge and skillset to do so, including a foundational understanding of one's condition. Learning circles are a well-established peer-learning format which have been used for patient education in other conditions.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Aim<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>To explore the potential of learning circles for strengthening self-care and citizen science in Parkinson's disease.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Four rounds of online learning circles (6\u20139 persons with PD, 1 h\/week over 3 weeks) were held between May\u2013July 2025, with 21 participants completing a whole round, and eight dropped out. Semi-structured interviews were conducted before and after the intervention, and the 16 participants who participated in both were included in the analysis. Data were analyzed using a framework-based longitudinal thematic approach. Participant-by-theme matrices captured individual change and group patterns, and findings were synthesized under the three World Bank's pillars of empowerment (resources, agency, context), with color coding distinguishing timepoints.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Resources: Participants described gaining new knowledge and mindset of PD on a general and personal level, in part through peer-learning. Agency: Participants expressed self-efficacy and began seeing themselves as the main driver of their care, resulting in (re-)engaging in self-care. Context: The dual researcher-PwP role of the facilitator proved crucial. The digital format was appreciated, and challenges in healthcare and society were discussed.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Learning circles show promise as a format for strengthening self-care and citizen science in Parkinson's disease. 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