title: The functional model in multiple sclerosis.
abstract: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a sometimes progressive neurologic disorder of young adults that can result in disability and markedly altered lifestyles. Traditionally, MS has had a negative impact on both the patient and healthcare provider, because there is no known cure and treatments are symptomatic. The Functional Model offers a new way of focusing on MS by evaluating function rather than dysfunction, and by emphasizing healthcare and self-care activities that may help the patient move from dependency to a more independent functional status. This model provides rehabilitation personnel with a tool to design individualized interventions and encourage the patient to focus on strengths rather than weaknesses.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Halper
mesh_terms: D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D000328:Adult; D001294:Attitude to Health; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008960:Models, Psychological; D009103:Multiple Sclerosis / Q000451:nursing* / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D012648:Self Care; D012649:Self Concept