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Living with Multiple Sclerosis isn’t just about managing physical symptoms—it’s about looking after your mind and spirit, too.

In this insightful webinar for World MS Day, MS Auckland comes together with clinical psychologist Dr Rebecca Maguire, from Ireland, and Brett Drummond MStranslate, Australia for a conversation on the psychological side of the MS journey.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or been living with MS for a while, this webinar helps to understand the psychological impacts of multiple sclerosis behind your emotions and provides a toolkit for building lasting resilience.

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Video Summary

  • Length – 1 hour
  • Coping with MS Diagnosis: Grief and anxiety are commonly experienced when faced with diagnosis of a chronic condition.  Citing her own journey, Dr Rebecca Maguire explains why it’s okay to not be okay, and that acknowledging these impacts and reaching acceptance are important steps
  • Managing the “Invisible” Load: MS often brings challenges that others can’t see, like mental fatigue and “brain fog.” We discuss how these impact your sense of self and ways to communicate your needs to those around you.
  • Stigma: Dr Maguire outlines the research around the different types of stigma, including the impact of ‘self stigma’.
  • Openness about MS systems: The relative openness with which people with MS share their symptoms and how this correlates with typical clinical interventions
  • Building Your Support Circle: You don’t have to do this alone! This session highlights the power of community connection and importance of reaching out.

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