Noise Intolerance: 4 strategies I use to manage my reaction
The day after my car accident I started to hear a constant noise in my ears, particularly my right ear. This is know as tinnitus. For me the sound never...
How I bootstrap my life in 4 simple steps
When you have a down day, or even several down days, it can seem difficult to pull yourself out of the negativity. As I am not a doctor, or a...
Willpower: Could it be speeding up my decline?
Just one more step. It was the only thought in my head. One more. If I can lift my leg, move it forward, even just a bit, and then repeat...
Why learning to be a Patient Expert has given me a purpose in life.
My first experience of participating in research was over 15 years ago when I tried to get a trial started on a medication I was using to treat my Multiple...
Caregiver Stress: Managing Stress When Caring for a Person with Disability
Image Credit Caring for a sick person can be stressful, and it can get worse if the person lives with a disability. This is because the disability presents a whole...
Depression in Multiple Sclerosis: Is it inevitable?
The last four weeks have been a challenge. The number of days I have had to finish in bed, early, has increased. Often seeking solace in a darkened room at...