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  • Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects nearly 1 million Americans, causing physical and psychological symptoms like depression, anxiety, fatigue, and pain.
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  • Effective management requires addressing symptoms, adapting to challenges, and engaging in health behaviors to promote well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evidence supporting behavioral interventions for managing multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms.
  • To highlight the efficacy of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based interventions in improving well-being.
  • To emphasize the role of behavioral interventions in promoting resilience and health behaviors in MS.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing evidence on behavioral interventions for MS.
  • Analysis of studies on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based interventions.
  • Evaluation of the impact on symptoms such as depression, anxiety, stress, fatigue, and pain.

Main Results:

  • Behavioral interventions, including CBT and mindfulness, significantly reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, fatigue, and pain in people with MS.
  • These interventions can be delivered through various formats, including telehealth, and are time-limited with minimal side effects.
  • Behavioral interventions also improve health behaviors, such as physical activity and adherence to disease-modifying therapies.

Conclusions:

  • Behavioral interventions are a crucial component of comprehensive, interprofessional care for individuals with MS.
  • These evidence-based strategies are key to improving quality of life and promoting well-being in people living with MS.
  • Behavioral interventions offer a safe, effective, and accessible approach to managing the complexities of living with MS.