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Finding Hope and Resilience: Navigating Anxiety and Depression in MS with Psychologist Adam Williams

Finding Hope and Resilience: Navigating Anxiety and Depression in MS with Psychologist Adam Williams

By: Dr Agne Straukiene
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 n this episode my guests are Sarah Hughes MS specialist nurse and Adam Williams psychologist. We discussed how much anxiety and depression is prevalent in Multiple sclerosis, is it more common in MS than healthy population? We covered if depression and/or anxiety causes more cognitive problems, worsens MS symptoms and overall quality of life, or maybe causes lack of motivation and more disability living with MS.
Sarah highlighted importance of self- management and wellness programmes to increase quality of life, fatigue, symptom management including depression and anxiety living MS.
We discussed lifestyle and biological factors that influence the relationship between mental health and low-grade inflammation.
What are evidence based psychological methods/interventions to reduce depression and anxiety in MS? ( ACT, CBT, Mindfulness and practical advice to support these psychological therapies).
Adam, explained simple steps for people with MS to feel better and happier.
Adam talked about modern ways of managing wellness, what are they in this world, some emerging evidence of 'gamification', virtual reality and how strong the evidence is to improve MS outcomes.
Sarah, discussed what is the role of music therapy in MS, how does it affect mental health?
And many more aspects were covered in this episode for healthier living with MS from mental health perspective. So tune in!dr Agne Straukiene Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • Finding Hope and Resilience: Navigating Anxiety and Depression in MS with Psychologist Adam Williams and MS Nurse Sarah Hughes

    Finding Hope and Resilience: Navigating Anxiety and Depression in MS with Psychologist Adam Williams and MS Nurse Sarah Hughes
    Jan 2 2023
    Join Dr Agne Straukiene in this episode as she speaks with Sarah Hughes, an MS specialist nurse, and Adam Williams, a psychologist, about the prevalence of anxiety and depression in Multiple sclerosis (MS). Sarah and Adam shed light on how depression and anxiety affect cognitive function, worsen MS symptoms, and overall quality of life. They also discuss the importance of self-management and wellness programs for managing MS symptoms and increasing quality of life.In addition, Sarah and Adam share evidence-based psychological interventions, such as ACT, CBT, and mindfulness, to reduce depression and anxiety in MS. Adam also shares practical advice on how to feel better and happier, and talks about modern ways of managing wellness, including the emerging evidence of "gamification" and virtual reality.Furthermore, Sarah discusses the role of music therapy in MS and how it can positively affect mental health. With many more aspects covered, this episode offers practical and evidence-based advice on healthier living with MS from a mental health perspective. Tune in to learn more!
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