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Mental Sharpening Stones: Manage The Cognitive Challenges Of Multiple Sclerosis Paperback – July 30, 2008

by Jeffrey Gingold (Author)
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"With an estimated 400,000 multiple sclerosis patients in the United States alone, conservatively speaking, half of the MS population will encounter varying degrees of cognitive difficulties. Newer studies point to a percentage of 65%, affecting over 2.5 million world-wide MS patients.

Mental Sharpening Stones: Manage the Cognitive Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis provides real-life techniques garnered from MS patients and their medical providers, sharing their practical methods for pushing back against the disruptive and potentially disabling cognitive symptoms that affect MS patients. The book offers strategies that will assist those living with MS to retain their intellectual faculties through sharpening their mental discipline.

This book is a vital step beyond acknowledging cognitive symptoms and the revealing changes that can affect those living with MS. It will also inform those who know them physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. The contributing writers of this book serve as exemplars and guides of how to live with and function - despite MS cognitive challenges.

This book includes:

  • Tips and tricks for dealing with cognitive issues
  • A conversation with Montel Williams
  • A conversation with New York Times bestselling author Richard Cohen
  • A conversation with Chief Justice of the Colorado Supreme Court, Mary Mullarkey
  • A portion of the proceeds from this book will be donated to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Montel Williams MS Foundation "

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    259 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Demos Health
  4. Publication date
    July 30, 2008
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.6 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1932603654
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1932603651
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"Simply put, cognitive dysfunction is the stepchild of multiple sclerosis. In this well-researched, carefully crafted book, Jeffrey Gingold not only brings cognitive dysfunction out of the shadows but also offers concrete tools to help MS survivors and their loved ones cope with and even overcome its confounding symptoms." --Montel Williams


"Overall a well researched book which is an enjoyable read and very helpful, not for people with Ms but for their families and health profesionals." - MS Society Member Evelyn Wright

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"A page turner written with ease and flare that keep you wanting to read and enjoying the ride...Jeffrey's postive and realistic attitude will make you think and the book will give you suggestions and options you either use already or might try in the future...It's good to know we are not alone. MSWorld

"This book offers concrete yet beautifully written advice on how to develop better cognitive skills through conversation, puzzle-solving and psychological strength." -- Book News

"Jeff Gingold, Us Mental Sharpening Stones offers valuable real-world advice both for people with MS-related cognitive difficulties and for those who love them. Richard Cohen, Montel Williams , Colorado Chief Justice Mary Mullarkey and others speak frankly about the steps they take every day to manage this common MS symptom. Their candid conversations and the tips offered asMental Sharpening Stones offer practical suggestions to people with MS as well as important insights and guidance for family members, friends, and employers. Congratulations, Jeff, on bringing together these leaders in the MS movement so that we can all learn from each other."--Joyce Nelson, President and CEO, National Multiple Sclerosis Society

"With the publication of his first book, Facing the Cognitive Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis, Jeffrey Gingold became the voice of an invisible and under-recognized symptom. By candidly sharing his experience from inside the mental twister of the disease, he brought cognitive impairment to the forefront of the MS world. In his second book, Mental Sharpening Stones: Manage the Cognitive Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis, Gingold offers real-life strategies from personal experience, other people with MS, and healthcare providers to successfully adapt and manage this disruptive symptom. Planning according to the body's rhythms, identifying and perpetuating activities that maximize cognitive strengths, and creating a safety net are just a few of the creative yet practical methods for offsetting cognitive symptoms. Indeed, Gingold has turned on a light in the closet of invisible MS symptoms." --MSFocus

"Many patients suffering from multiple sclerosis have derived guidance and solice from Jeffrey Gingold's personal account, Facing the Cognitive Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis. His second publication, Mental Sharpening Stones: Manage the Cognitive Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis, builds on the success of the prior volume by adding personal reflections of other patients and advice on management by experts. These highly readable and practical books will be of immense benefit to patients, their families, and health professionals."--John Fleming, MD, Profe --SciTech BookNews"

About the Author

Jeffrey Gingold is the internationally acclaimed author of the Award-winning book, Facing the Cognitive Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis and an outspoken volunteer advocate on MS and cognitive disability.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Demos Health; 1st edition (July 30, 2008)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 259 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1932603654
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1932603651
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.6 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 29 ratings

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"Simply put, cognitive dysfunction is the stepchild of multiple sclerosis. In this well-researched, carefully crafted book, Jeffrey Gingold not only brings cognitive dysfunction out of the shadows but also offers concrete tools to help MS survivors and their loved ones cope with and even overcome its confounding symptoms."

-- Montel Williams

Jeffrey is the internationally acclaimed author of the Award-winning book, "Facing the Cognitive Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis" and "Mental Sharpening Stones: Manage the Cognitive Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis." Jeffrey is outspoken volunteer advocate on MS and cognitive disability. He has been a guest on The Montel Williams Show, NPR, numerous webcasts and national talk radio shows. Jeffrey was inducted into the 2010 NMSS Hall of Fame for his Volunteer Advocacy and also, the 2012 NMSS Hall of Fame. Jeffrey has spoken world-wide regarding the MS cognition topic.

Jeffrey is a published freelance writer and has authored numerous articles for U.S and international publications. He enjoys spending family time with his wife, Terri, two adorable daughters, Lauren and Meredith, and one cat named Mickey - named after the baseball player........... not the mouse.

In 2012, the newly released 2nd Edition of Facing the Cognitive Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis, was translated and published in Polish [see article, http://www.pozytywnyimpuls.pl/]. Jeffrey has presented the MS cognition topic world-wide to MS organizations, PWMS and medical professionals.

For a glance at an interview of Jeffrey at the NMSS 2010 Annual Conference in Chicago, please see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53WMCHqX4MI

Also see his discussions in the England with the MS Trust U.K.: http://www.mstrust.org.uk/news/article.jsp?id=3324

Jeffrey is pleased to note that all author royalties from his MS cognition books are directly donated to MS research and education. 100%

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Donna L. Jamison
5.0 out of 5 stars Cognitive problems in MS
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2015
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This is an informative book about the problems with mental processing that many people have with MS. There are many solutions shared by people with MS.
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Ann
4.0 out of 5 stars but reading this book has had a great positive impact on me because the things the narrators ...
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2014
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This is the first book I have read by this author, and the first on the subject. I have not yet been diagnosed with MS (nothing shows on the one MRI I've had), but reading this book has had a great positive impact on me because the things the narrators talk about are and have been happening to me for some time, and it was very comforting to know that I am not alone. The stories are about how people who had their lives established and knew what they planned for their future, adapted to the cognitive and physical changes which altered their lives and plans. I think this book may be more helpful to people with MS than to others simply interested in the disease because of the personal nature of the problem. I gave 4 stars instead of 5 partly because of redundancy from one story to the next, and also because the title led me to believe there would be more specific "techniques" for improving cognition rather than generalized tips for coping, all of which I could have thought of on my own. The message of the book is more of how people CAN and do manage their MS symptoms, rather than specific mental exercises or methods to regain/improve cognitive ability as I had hoped for (a few well known methods were mentioned). The author(s) give general advice on proceeding with your career/life, trying to put it in a positive light, and I think this is likely to be the most important aspect of the book for someone newly diagnosed or otherwise not too far along already with the cognitive problems. I think most people w/MS or similar cognitive deficits will find the book reasonably helpful. I plan on reading the author's first book now.
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Susan
5.0 out of 5 stars Mental Sharpening Stones
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2009
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Most insightful book for individuals with MS. It offers inspirational notes along with excellent and a variety of suggested methods to maintain your cognitive and emotional stability.
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Cherie C. Binns MSCN
4.0 out of 5 stars Find that misplaced word!
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2011
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Gingold deals with memory loss and cognitive "slippage" in a matter of fact and constructively helpful way with tips on memory retention and retrieval. For those dealing with cognitive issues related to illness (Alzheimers and other forms of dementia, MS, chemo related memory losses), there are many tools between the covers of this book that actually work to help one keep what they still have and retrieve what was thought to have been lost.
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Darwin Snyder
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2016
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good read
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Lori Lathrop
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2008
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I highly recomend this insightful book for people with MS and those who love them.
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Janlynn
4.0 out of 5 stars Not as good as the first
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2009
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I have purchased both of Mr. Gingold's books. Both have useful information, but I found his first book has more general information and living tips. This book, Mental Sharpening Stones, is much more of a "you can do it" type. Each chapter profiles a person dealing with MS, but doesn't provide the coping skills that the first book offered. Still, it is an interesting read.
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Jay
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding collection of sharing cognitive coping skills
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2021
A diverse group of PWMS sharing their various cognitive strategies to remain active. Thank you to all for the openness and honesty. That is the book's purpose.
It is sad and obvious that " Honest Al" reviewer never read or comprehended this book, which was based upon the author's previous publication. Maybe read it first before leveling unfounded comments. Mr. Al, good luck with your self-righteous attitude. Since you believe that you already have all of the answers for MS, then please share them with us and publish a book yourself. MS is hard enough without your cruel attacks on others who are trying to help.

This author volunteers his time and donates all of his royalties to MS education. Thank you Mr. Gingold for the example.
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Aliblah
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 24, 2018
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The book is separated into various chapters. Disappointingly from the point of view of an MS sufferer, that although interesting, it is very much a biographical account. Very helpful, however, are the tips and tricks laid out in boxes at the end of some of the chapters. I haven't yet had time to read the whole book - this is based on a skim read of the contents.
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