We’ve refreshed our website! Take a look around, tell us what you think, or revisit the archived site.
IMPORTANT: Find all anesthesia guides for individuals and their families and healthcare professionals
Join us at the 2026 MDF regional conference - Happening in a city near you!

Unaffected Caregivers: Balancing Romantic Connections & Caregiving in DM – 2025 MDF Conference

Published: August 28, 2025

This session explores how myotonic dystrophy (DM) can affect romantic partnerships, offering practical advice for maintaining healthy relationships. The discussion will cover adjusting to changes in partnerships, communication strategies, and how to navigate the unique challenges that DM presents within a partnership. This session is designed for unaffected caregivers.

Presenter:

  • Stacey B. Thacker, MA, LMFT, Unaffected Caregiver

Thank you to our 2025 MDF Conference Sponsors for helping make this event possible:

  • Lead Sponsor: Avidity Biosciences
  • Diamond Sponsors: Dyne Therapeutics and Arthex Biotech
  • Platinum Sponsors: PepGen and Vertex Pharmaceuticals
  • Gold Sponsor: Sanofi
  • Bronze Sponsor: Lupin Neurosciences

Explore our other sessions and read about the incredible 2025 MDF Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana!