Category: Anxiety & Depression

Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS)

Vagus nerve stimulation involves using a device to send electrical impulses to the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is the…

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Mental ill-health in MS: prevalence and causes

February 2026 – by Prof. Gavin Giovannoni It is now well established that the burden of MS extends far beyond…

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Living with MS: Sometimes One Really Is the Loneliest Number

By: Dr. Vicky Leavitt is a neuropsychologist As a neuropsychologist and neuroscience researcher, I have been studying the brain for…

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Mothers With MS Have Higher Incidence of Mental Illness

— First postpartum year carried higher risks than prenatal period by Judy George, Deputy Managing Editor,  MedPageToday January 24, 2025 Mothers with…

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“Straying from Loneliness”

Brookdale Senior Living Some of your daily habits may be causing you to feel lonely. Here are some things you…

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Multiple Sclerosis and Mental Health: 3 Common Challenges

Multiple sclerosis (MS)  affects everyone differently. If you or your loved one has MS, you are probably familiar with symptoms such…

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7 Tips for Talking with Friends and Family About Your Chronic Illness

Photography by Julia Forsman/Stocksy United Letting your loved ones know about your symptoms, triggers, and boundaries can help them better…

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Battling the Dark Clouds of Depression When Living with MS

An Empowered Spirit Blog Post – Written by Cathy Chester on September 9, 2024 A decade ago, I wrote a blog post about…

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Guide to Selecting Emotional Support Resources

Depression, anxiety and other mood changes are more common in people with MS than in the general population — in…

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