He's processing, so help him when he asks and quietly make life easier where you can without being showy. Don't expect much response or gratitude - he may be too overwhelmed. I actually had a different reaction to others on this thread - I wanted to be treated normally for the first five minutes after my diagnosis, then I needed more acknowledgment. My health was constantly on my mind and it felt like others were being deliberately hurtful when they weren't considering it - I know, this isn't a reasonable response! It took time to resolve what I knew was illogical and get to a better place. For research, check out the major MS websites in the US and UK for good articles. They even have info for caregivers. This book was really helpful.
