The Molasses Swamp: MSFor most of the time that I have had Multiple Sclerosis (MS), I had always complained that no one ever seems to...reactions18comments
The Problem of Therapeutic Inertia in MS PatientsThere is never a good time to be diagnosed with a chronic illness like multiple sclerosis. That said, due to the ever-growing...reactions3comments
The Key to ContentmentIt’s that time of year again, Thanksgiving is behind us and Christmas is coming. In previous articles, I’ve talked about the stress...reactions6comments
Winter Is ComingFor the first time in many months, there is a slight chill in the air. A crisp autumnal breeze glides through the...reactions2comments
MS Anxieties: Loss & ProgressionIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the...reactionscomments
Tips and Tricks to Maximize Cognitive Function and Adapt to ChangesPeople with MS can achieve physical, emotional, spiritual, and cognitive well-being. Cognitive health is our ability to engage in challenging and mentally...reactions12comments
Quality Providers + Quality Service = Quality Of LifeMe: Why am I having seizures? Neuro: They come from the MS. Me: I feel like my symptoms are worsening and that...reactions40comments
When I Fall And Can't Get UpWhen I was a kid, I remember seeing a series of commercials that would feature an elderly person who had fallen and...reactions22comments
Love Letter to the Crone I Am BecomingIt’s hard not to be totally preoccupied with my chronic medical problems. They can affect almost every aspect of my awake time...reactions2comments
Is Fatigue Keeping Me From Being My Best?Fatigue is probably one of the most common symptoms experienced by people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Whether it's fatigue from not...reactions4comments
Working Remotely or Not Remotely Working?After I left my job (which I wrote about in this article) I spent a lot of time thinking about the kind...reactionscomments
The Stigma Around Pain and MedicationsChronic pain on its own can be difficult to manage. Unfortunately, chronic pain and its treatment may also have accompanying stigma that...reactionscomments
Accepting the Truth After All of These YearsIt hit me the other day that I’ve had MS for half of the time I’ve been alive. I’m 28, and I...reactions24comments
Treating the Underlying Cause of Cognitive DysfunctionMany people living with MS face cognitive challenges at some point. These may be temporary, such as during a relapse or illness...reactions1comment
Current Regulations Around Opioid PrescribingOpioids are medications that have the ability to alleviate pain. They also have other properties that allow them to impact emotions and...reactionscomments
Life with MS: Unpredictable and UndependableAfter nearly two decades of fighting Multiple Sclerosis, my body has had some wear and tear on it. It doesn’t quite function...reactionscomments
Helicopter MSI retired from a state university where I happily worked administratively with the students. Namely, with first-year students, I noticed that there...reactions2comments
What is a Cognitive Assessment?As discussed in Part 1 of this series, cognitive issues are a frustrating and common MS symptom. Often, people are aware that...reactions6comments
Getting Comfortable... or NotIt’s a typical night, where not much is going on, and I’ve settled in to queue up some Netflix with my faithful...reactions27comments
MS Killed It for MeBefore I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), people used to ask me what I liked to do for fun, and I...reactions19comments
