This book will serve as a comprehensive guide to the medical, psychological, and independent living considerations that face people with multiple sclerosis, their families, health care providers, and rehabilitation professionals. With topics ranging from diagnosis and treatment to the role of spirituality in adjusting to the disease, this edited work is intended as an "encyclopedia" of sorts regarding all aspects of this complicated neurological disorder. Contributing authors will be pre-eminent authorities on particular aspects of multiple sclerosis, including the nature of the illness; symptom management and treatment; mental health issues; cognitive dysfunction; familial issues; impact on career development; community living; assistive technology; health insurance considerations; advocacy organizations and services; spirituality; and new directions in medical research. This book brings together in one forum the myriad of issues that confront people who are diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Leading authorities in medicine, law, health care policy, psychology, social work, and rehabilitation counseling provide in-depth coverage of current topics, correctualized with perspectives from people who live with multiple scleroses.