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Disability Awareness Multiple Sclerosis

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YOU CAN’T CATCH MS FROM SOMEONE. ,[object Object]

SYMPTOMS Because MS makes scars in different places on the nerves in your brain, it can cause DIFFERENT SYMPTOMS. Not everyone with MS has the same symptoms.

MS can cause problems with walking, grasping things, talking, vision, and thinking. What is affected depends on where the lesions are in the brain

Mobility – the ability to move freely ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],MS can limit your mobility

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I just want to be treated the same as everyone else. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

But I am learning to be less frustrated and less embarrassed. I know it’s NOT MY FAULT that I have Multiple Sclerosis. And it’s not my fault that I walk or talk funny, and drop things.

Remission My symptoms come and go. When I don’t have symptoms, it’s called a REMISSION. While I’m in a remission I feel almost normal. I swim ...

MS Can Cause Memory Problems I used to have a very good memory. Now I have trouble remembering things. So I have learned a few tricks so I don’t forget important things.

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Low Tech -- Sticky Notes I use a LOT of sticky notes! ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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Adaptive Equipment / Modifications ,[object Object],Some things that make my life easier are:

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With the help of adaptive equipment, I can lead a fairly normal life. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

One of my favorite parts of my job is when I get to go to schools to talk to teachers and staff at PPT meetings. Together we help students get the help they need so they can succeed in school.

PEOPLE FIRST ,[object Object],Just like you, they need friends and understanding. Even though it might be hard for them to do some things, they have different strengths. People with disabilities just have a harder time doing some things, and may need some help.

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For more info on MS, contact ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Thank you!

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