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Research Article: Evaluation of a Four-Week Online Resilience Training Program for Multiple Sclerosis Patients

Date Published: 2024-03-09

Abstract:
The diagnosis of a chronic disease, such as multiple sclerosis, has both psychological and physical effects. Living with the disease and its uncertain consequences requires a great deal of psychological resilience in order to employ more comprehensive coping strategies in stressful situations. This study investigated the effect of a four-week online self-directed resilience training program on the perception of psychological resilience among multiple sclerosis patients. A total of 94 MS patients were recruited for a randomised controlled trial. The experimental group underwent a 28-day online self-directed training program consisting of daily exercises aimed at strengthening a resilient mindset. Psychological resilience was measured through self-assessment immediately before, immediately after, and three months after the training. A repeated measures ANOVA revealed a statistically significant improvement in the perception of four factors related to stress: perceived worries, tension, joy, and demands. Two resilience coping strategies were measured, of which one, a resilient orientation, improved significantly in the short and long term. The study suggests that online self-directed resilience training might provide an easily accessible, low-cost option for patients with MS to improve their psychological resilience. This is a pilot study to assess the general applicability to people with MS. Future studies should examine the transferability of results in relation to disease stage and co-morbidities.

Introduction:
Being diagnosed with an incurable chronic disease such as multiple sclerosis (MS) can significantly alter an individual’s life, resulting in physical limitations and profound psychological effects. As the prevalence of MS increases worldwide [1], it is becoming increasingly important to identify and implement accessible ways to enhance patients’ resilience so that they can effectively cope with the challenges of the disease and strengthen their ability to overcome it.

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