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Psychological Interventions in People with Multiple Sclerosis

In analyses of 68 studies on psychological interventions for people with MS, a significant direct effect on outcomes was observed (P < .0001), except for fatigue, which showed a borderline significant indirect effect (P = .06). Additionally, higher education levels correlated positively with improved outcomes (P < .0001).

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Human efficacy: Not established from this source
Mechanism: Not reported
Evidence strength: Not graded
Outcome: Not reported

Why it matters

These findings suggest that psychological interventions can benefit people with MS, highlighting the potential role of education in therapeutic outcomes. Understanding these effects is crucial for developing targeted therapies.

What this does not prove

The research is limited in discussing mechanisms of action and identifying characteristics of individuals who benefit most.

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Study facts

Study design: Not reported
Participants / samples: 68 · Number of studies included in mediator analyses.
Randomised: Not reported
Controlled: Not reported
Primary endpoint met: Not reported
Relevant MS type: Not reported
Publication date: 2026-09-14
Evidence reviewed: Abstract only
Regulatory approval: Not reported
Research areas: Not classified
Biological target: Not reported
Pathway: Not reported
Population: People with Multiple Sclerosis
Size of effect: P < .0001
Secondary endpoints: Not reported
MRI endpoints: Not reported
Biomarkers: Not reported
Safety: Not reported

Original sources

Primary evidenceMediating and Moderating Factors of the Effect of Psychological Therapies Among People With Multiple Sclerosis. ↗DOI: 10.7224/1537-2073.2025-095

Supporting passages (10)

sample size68

sample size basisRESULTS: In total, 68 studies were included in mediator analyses and 65 in moderator analyses.

populationBACKGROUND: People living with multiple sclerosis (MS) can experience a range of psychological, emotional, and somatic symptoms.

findingsIn mediation analyses, psychological interventions had a significant direct effect on outcomes regardless of mediator (P < .0001), with the exception of fatigue.

findingsIn moderator analyses, a positive interaction was observed between level of education (ie, undergraduate degree or higher) and outcomes (P < .0001; 95% CI, 0.05-0.57).

limitationsCurrent literature on psychological therapies for people with MS is limited, particularly regarding mechanisms of action and the characteristics of those likely to benefit.

effect sizeP < .0001

publication datePublication date: 2026-09-14

peer reviewedPublication types: Journal Article

subjectsTitle: Mediating and Moderating Factors of the Effect of Psychological Therapies Among People With Multiple Sclerosis.

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