Smoking in Multiple Sclerosis Patients is Negatively Associated with Patient Perceived Psychosocial Factors (P6.177)

Conclusion: Smokers with MS had lower levels of self-reported mood state compared to non-smokers. The direction of the association cannot be determined, as people with psychosocial problems might be more likely to smoke. Gaining more insight into the outcomes of smoking among MS patients may lead to further interventions and influence the wellbeing of people with MS.Disclosure: Dr. Kavak has nothing to disclose. Dr. Teter has received research support from Biogen Idec, EMD Serono, Novartis, and Genzyme Corp. Dr. Weinstock-Guttman has received personal compensation for activities with Biogen Idec, Teva Neuroscience, EMD Serono, Pfizer, Novartis, Genzyme, Sanofi-Aventis Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Mylan, and Acorda Therapeutics. Dr. Weinstock-Guttman has received research support from Biogen Idec, Teva Neuroscience, EMD Serono, Pfizer Inc, Novartis, Acorda, ITN, Questcor, Shire, Genzyme, Sanofi-Aventis Pharmaceuticals, Inc., National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the National Institutes of Health and Aspreva-Roche.
Source: Neurology - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms and Comorbidities Source Type: research