Don’t Forget to Remember EverythingWhen I was first diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), all my symptoms felt so new and strange. At the time, I couldn’t imagine how I could ever think of them... By Matt Allen G4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
The Good Life, Then MS, Isolation, and Life's Daily Challenges!I was living the good life, traveling, hanging with friends, and family, and just taking on whatever I chose whenever I felt like it. Then life began to change slowly... By Mike Russell3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Ode To Raising Awareness About MSIt's important to raise awareness about MS, not just in Awareness Month in March, but beyond. It helps share what MS is and its effects on the person with the... By Dianne Scott3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Why I Hate the Word "Remission" When Used With MSHaving been around Multiple Sclerosis for most of my life, there are some terms that get bandied about that tend to rub me the wrong way. I’m not a fan... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments56 comments
Empathy Versus SympathyA natural response to want to help someone is to give them sympathy – “I’m so sorry to hear about your diagnosis” – when really what someone diagnosed with a... By Dixie Willis, MA, LPCC, NCC3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Returning to Work: Tips From the Dining Room OfficeI recently returned to work after years of living a self-employed, freelance life. During those months, I’ve learned a few things about myself and about surviving this new life. My job... By Lisa Emrich3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
They Keep ForgettingYou could be excited to spend time with your friends, but the first thing you see upon arrival is a tall staircase in front of you. Or you could be... By Anita Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Managing My Depression and Anxiety: My Latest ExperiencePrior to the year 2020, my life with multiple sclerosis (MS) was, for the most part, pretty stable and moving forward in a positive direction. I went for walks every... By Matt Allen G5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Leave. Me. Alone., MS!If you're anything like me, you have a strong dislike for intrusive and bothersome things. For example, you're at a cookout having a good time chatting and chewing on the... By Dianne Scott2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Going Back to Work with Multiple SclerosisIt is 8:05 a.m. on Saturday morning and my cat Pippin is meowing loudly at me. He’s tapping my forehead with his front paw and starting to get a little... By Lisa Emrich3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Losing Faith In Your DoctorsWhen you live with multiple sclerosis, relying on doctors becomes a big part of your life. That happens to everyone eventually, but generally much earlier for someone with MS. While... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Impact Of What MS Takes AwayNever necessarily a math whiz in school, I knew what I knew and some areas were better than others. Basic arithmetic, for example, was never an issue for me. I... By Dianne Scott2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
MultipleSclerosis.net Stories Throughout the DecadeThe stories section is a special and unique section of our site where community members can share any aspect of what life with multiple sclerosis (MS) is like. We've seen... By MultipleSclerosis.net Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Popular Reads From the Last 10 YearsOur wonderful community at MultipleSclerosis.net would not be possible without our incredible health leaders! Through every article they write and share with us, they are opening up their hearts and... By MultipleSclerosis.net Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
10 Interesting Facts From Our MS In America SurveyWe recently conducted our 10th Multiple Sclerosis In America Survey, and it was completed by 4,478 people living with MS. The survey respondents shared the real, the bad, and the... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The World of MS and a Trip to the Bathroom, Oh MyMS has claimed my bladder a little bit at a time over this long journey, until late last year when it went to sleep for good. I thought I would... By Mike Russell2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments69 comments
Interesting Conversations in the Last 10 YearsThe forums section of MultipleSclerosis.net has been a place to read conversations, start discussions, and connect with others about multiple sclerosis (MS) for more than 10 years now. These forums... By MultipleSclerosis.net Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How MS Has Changed My WorkoutA lot has changed for me over the many years since I’ve been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. While I often lament the loss of my career, cognitive abilities, and many... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Spotlight on MSAA and MultipleSclerosis.netThe Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) is a leading resource for the entire MS community. We provide vital programs, resources, and support for tens of thousands of people with... By Multiple Sclerosis Association of America - MSAA2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Make Life Easier GiveawayLast year we asked our Facebook community members "What household chores or tasks tend to be the hardest due to MS?" With an overwhelming amount of responses, we learned a... By MultipleSclerosis.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments