Breaking it down - A multiple sclerosis podcast
Our podcast brings together a range of voices from the MS community to cover all aspects of life with multiple sclerosis. We know that living with MS can be life changing and can feel overwhelming at times. That’s why we’re here with you at each stage of the journey.
Look, we know that we don’t have all the answers. But our podcast’s aim is to bring you the most up to date, trusted information from experts across the MS space including neurologists, therapists and researchers.
Plus, hosts Helena and Nick hear real-life experiences from the MS community and find out your tips, tricks and the things that make you tick. We pose your burning questions to our experts and find out the information that you really want to know.
Listen now for helpful information on symptoms, treatments, updates and a whole lot more.
Breaking it down - A multiple sclerosis podcast
MS and relationships: balancing love and care
Relationships can be complicated, even at the best of times. When one partner is living with MS, it can bring a whole host of new challenges as well as opportunities for deeper connection.
In this podcast, we explore the emotional and practical realities of supporting a partner with MS, and how couples can support each other through changing dynamics.
Psychologist Dr Ashley Brown joins us to share practical advice on how to open up conversations around intimacy, emotional support, and shifting roles in a relationship. She offers tips to help both partners feel heard, valued, and connected.
We also hear from Sophie and Delvin, a couple living with MS. Sophie shares her experience of living with multiple sclerosis, while Delvin reflects on his role as the partner who supports her.
Together, they speak honestly about how their relationship has evolved, the challenges they’ve faced, and the ways their bond has strengthened.
If you live with MS or support someone in their journey, this podcast offers practical tips, shared experiences and re-assurance that you’re not alone.
Listen now to hear real life stories, expert information and more.
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Episode notes
Supporting someone with MS - information for carers - information from the MS Trust - mstrust.org.uk/information-support/care-and-carers/information-for-carers
Caring for someone with MS - Podcast from MS Trust - mstrust.org.uk/information-support/podcasts/caring-someone-ms
Anxiety and MS mstrust.org.uk/a-z/anxiety
Relationships and MS mstrust.org.uk/news/expert/relationships-and-ms
MS and your emotions: mstrust.org.uk/information-support/wellbeing-ms/ms-and-your-emotions
Advance care planning - information from the MS Trust - mstrust.org.uk/a-z/advance-care-planning
www.relate.org.uk a uk counselling service
www.gottman.com a website that offers a service designed to help couples overcome relationship challenges and enhance their communication
www.cosrt.org.uk UK’s professional body dedicated to Psychosexual and Relationship Therapies