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Investigating Occupational Stressors and Support Resources and Their Impact on Symptoms and Work Capacity in Employees with Multiple Sclerosis: A Qualitative Analysis

  • By

  • Jessica T. Bau

  • Lisa Guthardt

  • Jennifer Apolinário-Hagen

  • Adrian Loerbroks

  • Sven G. Meuth

  • Jeannette Weber

  • September 24, 2026

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    Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disorder affecting younger adults, leading to significant work-related challenges for employees with MS (ewMS).

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    Up to 80% of ewMS may stop working within 15 years of diagnosis, impacting their financial security and social integration.

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    Workplace stressors for ewMS include environmental factors, stigma, and inadequate support, which can exacerbate MS symptoms.

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    Resources such as flexible work arrangements, social support, and ergonomic adjustments can positively influence the work capacity of ewMS.

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    This study employs qualitative methods to explore the interplay of stressors and resources affecting symptoms and work ability among ewMS in Germany.

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Exploring work stressors and resources and their perceived effects on symptoms and work ability in employees with multiple sclerosis: a qualitative study

  • by Jessica T. Bau, Lisa Guthardt, Jennifer Apolinário-Hagen, Adrian Loerbroks, Sven G. Meuth, Jeannette Weber

  • September 24, 2026

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