10 Tips to Combat Social Isolation in Multiple Sclerosis [2018]
Social Isolation is all too common amongst people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Dr. B offers 10 tips to combat social isolation: 10. participate in the online community. People who share your interests are out there on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and many many more. 9. Become a pen pal! 8. Set up a standing weekly phone date with a loved one or good friend 7. Complete some paperwork at a cafe instead of the home office 6. Take your workout outside of the home. Consider going to the park, taking group yoga or barre class, lifting at a rec center or joining a local gym. 5. Set up a standing monthly lunch date with a friend across town 4. Join a support group! Find a group right for you (ask your provider or check with the local NMSS chapter) 3. Sign up for a class at your community rec center! Underwater basket weaving at noon on Wednesdays! 2. Volunteer. It feels so good to give back. Usher at church, read to kids in a library, help with dinner at a soup kitchen. 1. The number one tip…GET A PET! Which tips sound right for you? What have you tried you could share with us? Please leave your own tips, your comments and questions below!
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