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Money Management Activities in Persons With Multiple Sclerosis.
Yael Goverover1, Shannon Haas2, John DeLuca3
1Department of Occupational Therapy, New York University, New York, NY; Kessler Foundation, West Orange, NJ.
Individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience more difficulties managing finances than those without MS. Cognitive impairments significantly contribute to these money management challenges.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Rehabilitation Science
- Health Economics
Background:
- Money management is a crucial daily living activity.
- Cognitive impairments can impact financial management capabilities.
- Understanding these challenges in multiple sclerosis (MS) is vital for patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare financial management abilities in individuals with and without MS.
- To identify factors contributing to money management difficulties in MS patients.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study design was employed.
- Participants included adults with MS and a control group without MS.
- Money management skills were assessed using neuropsychological tests, a survey, and functional assessments.
Main Results:
- Individuals with MS reported and demonstrated greater problems with money management compared to controls.
- Impaired cognitive functioning was significantly associated with money management difficulties.
- Self-reported functional status correlated with self-assessed money management skills.
Conclusions:
- This study highlights significant financial management challenges for individuals with MS.
- Cognitive functions like processing speed and executive attention are critical for managing finances.
- Further research is needed to fully understand and address these issues in MS.
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