“Medical gaslighting happens quite often in MS,” Mitzi Joi Williams, MD, a neurologist with a practice in Smyrna, Georgia, says. Results from the survey found that medical gaslighting occurred at all stages of the disease but was particularly common before diagnosis. 30,31 Plus, it may change the HCP’s behavior and reduce medical gaslighting. Key Takeaways Awareness of Medical Gaslighting: Recognize the existence and impact of medical gaslighting in the MS community, acknowledging its potential to hinder accurate diagnosis and timely treatment. Onque R. How to recognize ‘medical gaslighting’ and better advocate for yourself at your next doctor’s appointment.

Source: New York Times November 24, 2023 12:14 UTC