Health and wellbeing

Cognitive problems are common in multiple sclerosis (MS). This means problems with your memory, attention span, planning, decision making, understanding or concentration.

Why is my thinking affected by multiple sclerosis? How can I stay smart with MS? Find out more about cognitive problems in MS and our tips to manage them.

These pages look at how being active can help people with MS. As everyone's MS is different, so is their capacity for exercise. Whether you feel able to practice some gentle stretches or train for marathons, you will find that adding exercise to your life in a safe way will bring benefits.

In these pages, we explore how dietary choices can help people with MS. If you have MS, you may feel that you need to take practical steps to manage your health, alongside the medical treatment options you have. Being aware of what you are eating and drinking is a big part of this, and you may find some positive benefits for your MS with some simple dietary changes.

Looking after your body and mind is important, especially when you have a long-term condition like MS. Here is practical information you need to manage stress, sleep, and dealing with the emotional side of an MS diagnosis.