By my study’s conclusion, the Kurtzke EDSS was at level 5.5, an overall decrease from level 6 at the beginning of the study. The Hamilton Anxiety Scale level had dropped to 10, an overall decrease of 14 points which moved my anxiety from the almost-moderate to the mild range. Despite my inability to comply fully with the parameters of the study (there was no earthly way I could sit still and meditate for 10 minutes 5 times a day), the study yielded compelling results. By the four-week study’s termination, my anxiety was reduced by 60% and my MS symptoms had improved 5%. The conclusions I reached from this data are that MBSR has a positive effect on anxiety in general and it has a positive effect on MS- related anxiety. Due to the fact that my physical symptoms of MS improved during the course of the study, I think that MBSR is worth considering as a therapy for MS patients in particular, and people with anxiety in general. PS: I was able to meditate for 10 minutes – 3 times/day. For more information on this and other anxiety topics, follow me at heidiredlcounselling.ca.