I would just add a word of caution about the "rants". Every caregiver needs to have someone to vent to and that is exactly what this forum is for, maybe even talk with a pastor or friend and let it all out! However, do use good judgement when talking to your loved one with MS. It is very hard dealing with the disease, but I would say just as hard to realize that you have, in many ways, destroyed the lives of the ones you love the most.
It can even put thoughts in your head that maybe they would be better off if you weren't around at all. You need to express your honest feelings, but try to avoid placing the blame on that person who also did not choose a life of MS. No one knows unless they live under the same roof what it is like for the FAMILY living with MS. Good counseling for both parties can be invaluable.
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It can even put thoughts in your head that maybe they would be better off if you weren't around at all. You need to express your honest feelings, but try to avoid placing the blame on that person who also did not choose a life of MS. No one knows unless they live under the same roof what it is like for the FAMILY living with MS. Good counseling for both parties can be invaluable.
** Moderator's note - Post broken into paragraphs for easier reading. Many people with MS have visual difficulties that prevent them from reading large blocks of print. **
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