“…39 These findings are important because MS causes demyelination and axonal loss of the central nervous system. 2 Despite these research findings, there are limited published studies using meditation or mindfulness training for people with MS. 8,18,27,28 Studies using mindfulness practices or yoga for people with MS have found statistically significant improvements in QOL, 5,8,19,20 reduced depression, 8,21,22 reduced anxiety, 8,22,23 reduced fatigue, 8,18,22,24,25 increased selective attention performance, 26 improved coping skills, reduced perceived stress, and increased resilience, 20,27 improvements in physical mobility and balance, 22,28 pain…”