The young person's guide to MS We have less money
If your mum or dad has to work part-time or stop working because of MS, this could mean that there is less money for doing things like going to the cinema, shopping, day trips, or going on holiday.
"It restricts our family on what we can do; we can't make plans for days out. Mom had to stop working so money is tight."
Samantha, 11
"We can't afford luxuries anymore because of mum losing her income so we have to economise. We can't go on day trips out shopping like we used to or go out for long because she gets too fatigued (no long walks - if there is any walking we need a wheelchair for her). I do more chores and I help around the house without being asked sometimes because I feel I should be doing my bit to help. I worry about the financial situation."
Charli, 17
"It is really stressful, especially where money is concerned."
Rachel, 11
"My mum can't work and that means dad has to do more overtime, so we don't see him as much as we would like to."
Emma, 11