In this test, 196 items are broken down into six scales.

Four of those scales include:

Study participants with MS were compared to a control group.

A higher score indicates a better quality of life and a lower score indicates a worse quality of life.

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So why is this the case?

Summary

Anger can be a symptom of multiple sclerosis.

It is believed to be a result of demyelination in certain parts of the brain.

Anger in MS can have a negative impact on a person’s quality of life.

Medications and therapy can also be helpful.

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