If you have multiple sclerosis, it's easy to see how a vicious cycle of unhelpful thoughts, actions, and emotions can flare up in the face of physical distress. Self-management skills offer a variety of tools with which to address the problem including: self-monitoring, goal setting, problem solving, positive self-talk, energy management, behavior changes, planning for stress, and relaxation strategies.
If you have multiple sclerosis, it's easy to see how a vicious
cycle of unhelpful thoughts, actions, and emotions can flare up in
the face of physical distress. Self-management skills offer a
variety of tools with which to address the...
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Multiple Sclerosis Foundation answered:If you have multiple sclerosis, it's easy to see how a vicious cycle of unhelpful thoughts, actions, and emotions can flare up in the face of physical distress. Self-management skills offer a variety of tools with which to address the problem including: self-monitoring, goal setting, problem solving, positive self-talk, energy management, behavior changes, planning for stress, and relaxation strategies.If you have multiple sclerosis, it's easy to see how a vicious cycle of unhelpful thoughts, actions, and emotions can flare up in the face of physical distress. Self-management skills offer a variety of tools with which to address the... More