ArticleInternational journal of MS care
Effect of Multiple Sclerosis on Daily Activities, Emotional Well-being, and Relationships: The Global vsMS Survey.
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- Stigma, Discrimination and Disclosure of the Diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis in the Workplace: A Systematic Review.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Pooled it
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- Affective reserve in older adults with and without multiple sclerosis: A residual-based approach.Multiple sclerosis (Houndmills, Basingstoke, England) · 2026Article
- Ecological Momentary Assessment of Daily Activities in Individuals With Neurological Disorders: Scoping Review.JMIR rehabilitation and assistive technologies · 2026Review
- Relationship trust in individuals with multiple sclerosis: a network analysis approach.Acta neurologica Belgica · 2026Article
- Monitoring physical activity by fitness tracking devices : Usage, acceptance and willingness to share data in patients with multiple sclerosis.Wiener klinische Wochenschrift · 2026Article
- Daily Temporal Associations Between Use of Psychoactive Substances and Fatigue, Pain, Stress, and Depressive Symptoms in People With Multiple Sclerosis.Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation · 2026Article
- Hidden Challenges: A Cross-Sectional Study on Prevalence and Determinants of Sexual Dysfunction in Men and Women with Multiple Sclerosis.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2026Observational
- Development of a New Patient-Reported Outcome to Measure Fatigue in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis.Nursing reports (Pavia, Italy) · 2026Article
- Clinical, Cognitive and Demographic Determinants of Work Participation in Multiple Sclerosis: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2026Article
- Illness identity and its association with self-esteem, hope, social support among patients with multiple sclerosis.BMC psychology · 2026Article
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- Association between fatigue and functional status among patients with multiple sclerosis.Frontiers in neurology · 2026Article
- Associations between medication use and multiple domains of cognitive function in people with multiple Sclerosis.Multiple sclerosis and related disorders · 2026Article
- White matter volume and microstructural integrity are associated with fatigue in relapsing multiple sclerosis.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Support needs and preferences for people with multiple sclerosis: a rapid review protocol.BMJ open · 2025Article
- Resilience Indirectly Affects Functional Capabilities Through Physical Activity Engagement in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis.International journal of MS care · 2025Article
- Effects of Exercise Program on Mental, Pulmonary, and Cardiovascular Health of Elderly Men with Acquired Severe Physical Disabilities: A Retrospective Study.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- The presence and burden of cognitive issues: discordance between the perception of neurologists and people living with multiple sclerosis.European journal of neurology · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundThe vsMS survey was conducted to better understand the negative effects of fatigue, cognitive impairment, emotional burden, and decreased physical functioning on the personal, professional, and social lives of individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS).
methodsThe vsMS survey was an online survey conducted in Australia, Canada, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States that assessed the impact of MS on individuals' daily activities, emotional well-being, relationships, and employment.
resultsThe survey included 1075 participants with relapsing-remitting MS. Almost 42% of participants reported that their ability to perform and manage daily activities had worsened during the previous 2 years. More than 50% reported limitations in daily activities due to fatigue, physical weakness, problems with balance/coordination, heat/cold sensitivity, memory problems, numbness/tingling, trouble concentrating, impaired movement/muscle stiffness, and impaired sleeping. Participants also reported a negative effect on emotional and social factors, including self-esteem, general outlook, well-being, maintaining/starting relationships, ability to progress in their career/keep their job, and ability to cope with life roles.
conclusionsThese data highlight the importance of addressing the impact of MS and the social and emotional disease burdens on daily activities when planning the care of patients with MS.
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