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  • DALLAS, TX: MS Cognitive Group: Memory and Attention (Aug)

    Dallas, TX MS Cognitive Group: Memory and Attention

    Date:
    Friday, August 3, 2018
    Time:
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Location:
    Bass Neuropsychology Clinic, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW)
    6333 Forest Park Rd.
    Suite BLA.110
    Dallas, TX 75235

    Join other patients with multiple sclerosis at UT Southwestern Medical Center for the MS Cognitive Group, in which participants can receive education about MS and the commonly experienced cognitive difficulties such as memory, attention, executive function, language, and visuospatial abilities. The group also teaches evidence-based strategies that have been proven to be effective in compensating for these difficulties.

    Week 1: Memory and Attention

    Review important brain structures and their role in MS

    Discuss the relationship between memory and attention, especially as it relates to MS
    If you are interested in attending or would like more information, please contact the Neuropsychology clinic at UT Southwestern Medical Center by phone at 214-648-4646 or email at Jennifer.Trevino@utsouthwestern.edu
    Dave Bexfield
    ActiveMSers

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    Dallas, TX MS Cognitive Group: Executive Function

    Date:
    Friday, August 10, 2018
    Time:
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Location:
    Bass Neuropsychology Clinic, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW)
    6333 Forest Park Rd.
    Suite BLA.110
    Dallas, TX 75235

    Join other patients with multiple sclerosis at UT Southwestern Medical Center for the MS Cognitive Group, in which participants can receive education about MS and the commonly experienced cognitive difficulties such as memory, attention, executive function, language, and visuospatial abilities. The group also teaches evidence-based strategies that have been proven to be effective in compensating for these difficulties.

    Week 2: Executive Function

    Cover aspects of executive function, also known as the "command center" of the brain
    Discussion of different thinking areas including:
    mental flexibility
    problem solving
    initiation
    working memory
    planning/organization

    If you are interested in attending or would like more information, please contact the Neuropsychology clinic at UT Southwestern Medical Center by phone at 214-648-4646 or email at Jennifer.Trevino@utsouthwestern.edu
    Dave Bexfield
    ActiveMSers

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    • #3
      Dallas, TX MS Cognitive Group: Emotional Health & Stress Management

      Date:
      Friday, August 17, 2018
      Time:
      2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

      Location:
      Bass Neuropsychology Clinic, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW)
      6333 Forest Park Rd.
      Suite BLA.110
      Dallas, TX 75235

      Join other patients with multiple sclerosis at UT Southwestern Medical Center for the MS Cognitive Group, in which participants can receive education about MS and the commonly experienced cognitive difficulties such as memory, attention, executive function, language, and visuospatial abilities. The group also teaches evidence-based strategies that have been proven to be effective in compensating for these difficulties.

      Week 3: Emotional Health & Stress Management

      Explore the relationship between MS and emotional health

      Cover topics related to:
      stress management
      depression
      anxiety
      self-care
      mindfulness
      relaxation strategies

      If you are interested in attending or would like more information, please contact the Neuropsychology clinic at UT Southwestern Medical Center by phone at 214-648-4646 or email at Jennifer.Trevino@utsouthwestern.edu
      Dave Bexfield
      ActiveMSers

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      • #4
        Dallas, TX MS Cognitive Group: Quality of Life & Brain Health

        Date:
        Friday, August 24, 2018
        Time:
        2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

        Location:
        Bass Neuropsychology Clinic, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW)
        6333 Forest Park Rd.
        Suite BLA.110
        Dallas, TX 75235

        Join other patients with multiple sclerosis at UT Southwestern Medical Center for the MS Cognitive Group, in which participants can receive education about MS and the commonly experienced cognitive difficulties such as memory, attention, executive function, language, and visuospatial abilities. The group also teaches evidence-based strategies that have been proven to be effective in compensating for these difficulties.

        Week 4: Quality of Life & Brain Health

        Review the relationship between MS and physical exercise, mental stimulation, and social engagement
        Discuss the role that fatigue and sleep can play in everyday life

        If you are interested in attending or would like more information, please contact the Neuropsychology clinic at UT Southwestern Medical Center by phone at 214-648-4646 or email at Jennifer.Trevino@utsouthwestern.edu
        Dave Bexfield
        ActiveMSers

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