Multiple Sclerosis Severity and Caregiver Health Outcomes

This cross-sectional observational study aims to investigate the associations between multiple sclerosis (MS) severity and caregivers' sleep quality, physical activity, body awareness, perceived stress, and caregiver burden. A total of 68 caregivers of patients with MS will be recruited from Başkent University Hospital. MS severity will be assessed using the Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS), while caregiver health outcomes will be evaluated using validated questionnaires. The findings are expected to provide insight into the multidimensional impact of MS severity on caregiver health and well-being.

Inclusion Criteria: * Being 18 years of age or older. * Providing regular care to an individual diagnosed with multiple sclerosis for at least six months. * Volunteering to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Having a cognitive impairment that prevents completion of the assessments. * Having a severe physical or psychiatric condition that may interfere with study assessments. * Being unable to complete the questionnaires.