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Young people

MS is most often diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 40 but children and teenagers can also develop it. Young people may also be caring for someone with MS.

Please get in touch if you have any comments about this website or about how MS Society Scotland can better support you. Or maybe you would like to share your experiences with others - we would love to publish your stories on this page.

 Kids and teens website

For Kids and Teens affected by MS Visit this colourful and lively MS Society site for kids and teens
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 Boyband JLS support people with MS

JLS Oritse Williams from the chart-topping boyband JLS has spoken out about his experiences of caring for his mother who has secondary progressive MS.
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 Daniel's story

Daniel Daniel lives in East Lothian and was diagnosed with MS when he was fifteen.

He wrote an essay for his Higher English called 'The sound of the second hand on the clock' about his experiences with MS. It is very emotional, uplifting and inspirational.

You can read Daniel's story, and the stories of other teenagers with MS, on the Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre website


 Young carers

Young Carers logo Under 18? Visit www.youngcarers.net for support and advice. There is a special section all about MS.

There are young carers projects in many areas of Scotland that can give you support and a break. Find out if there is one near you.


 A young person's guide to MS

Front cover of young person's guide to ms This booklet provides information to 10-15 year olds with a parent with MS. It was produced by the MS Trust. Read more on their website


 Keep S'Myelin
Colourful newsletter for children aged 5-12 from the American National MS Society



 
 


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 MS in your life
A guide for young carers - download or read online

 MS explained for teenagers
Download or read online


For more information:
Information team
MS Society Scotland
Tel: 0131 335 4050
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