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Multiple Sclerosis KNOWLEDGE DISPELS FEAR Prepared by: Linda Mull
UNDERSTANDING ,[object Object],[object Object]
KNOWLEGDE ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
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People are not born knowing how to cope with MS
Understanding doesn’t come with the diagnosis of MS
Successful coping is a learned behavior
The doctor is dependent on you and your descriptive ability
DIAGNOSIS ,[object Object],[object Object]
FIND A DOCTOR WHO: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Learn as much as possible Take responsibility for your health
Is there a perfect doctor?
Partnership ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Working with your doctor ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Coping Techniques ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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