Living with multiple sclerosis

The book offers a detailed description of the research and psychological intervention project of the FB group – Feel Better, which started in 2009 and was carried out thanks to the collaboration between the Regional Reference Center for Multiple Sclerosis, AOU S. Luigi Gonzaga of Orbassano, Turin, the Cosso Foundation , S. Secondo di Pinerolo, Turin, and, since 2011, the Department of Psychology of the University of Turin. The research illustrates the theoretical foundations and the activities envisaged for psychological support for people who have recently received the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, and, in particular, explores the numerous aspects involved in the process of adaptation to the disease: the redefinition of one’s identity; the search for new goals capable of giving meaning to life; coping effectively with symptoms; managing emotions and stress, communication skills.

The materials
The volume provides the minutes of the meetings and the materials used (questionnaires, dispensary tools, observation grids), along with insights and suggestions for those who want to propose the intervention in their care settings.