MIND & BODY: A WINNING TEAM IN STRESS MANAGEMENT - MAY 10
Stress is an unavoidable part of life and often has many sources. Living with MS can add to this stress. While most people are familiar with the many ways that stress can adversely affect their health, many people are less aware of the potential benefits of stress. Stress can be a signal that things are out of balance and can motivate people to make needed changes. It's not unusual for people to find themselves in a vicious cycle of stress and ineffective coping, which can result in even more stress. Learning how to interrupt and change the direction of this challenging cycle is critical. This goal is more likely to be achieved when your mind and body work as a team.
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QUARTERLY MS EDUCATION SERIES LAUNCHES JUNE 25 IN N. TEXAS
The Baylor Rehab MS Center of Rehabilitation and Treatment (MS-CoRT) MS Education Series is a quarterly educational program held at the Society's Carrollton office, open to people living with MS and their family and caregivers, in which healthcare providers in the area of psychology, physical therapy, neurology, and other relevant disciplines will present information and lead discussions about topics appropriate for people living with MS. Join us on Saturday, June 25 for "Hidden Faces of MS", presented by David Salisbury, PsyD, ABPP, MSCS Board Certified Clinical Neuropsychologist, Director of Clinical Training; and Abbey Valvano, PhD, MSCS Licensed Psychologist, both of MS-CoRT. Space is limited; register today.
HOUSTON YMCA ANNOUNCES NEW MS AQUATICS PROGRAM, CONTINUES ADAPTIVE YOGA PROGRAM
Ease the physical symptoms of multiple sclerosis and improve your emotional outlook through breathing, stretching and aquatics exercises. In partnership with the National MS Society, the Trotter Family YMCA in Houston will begin offering two weekly aquatics classes starting in June, in addition to the two weekly adaptive yoga classes currently offered. Learn more about these programs or contact us to learn about wellness options in your area.
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MSCONNECTION.ORG DISCUSSION OF THE MONTH: Maintaining Independence
May 25th is World MS Day, and the theme of this year's campaign is "celebrating independence." How do you maintain independence? Have you found tools or strategies that allow you to get where you want to go and do what you want to do? Join the conversation online.
GET CONNECTED, MAKE A DIFFERENCE
You are more than just a number when you volunteer with the National MS Society. We want to match you to the perfect opportunity that meets your needs and abilities so that together we can do more. Go to volunteerMS.org and follow three easy steps to get connected to our volunteer engagement team: 1) watch the orientation video, 2) check out volunteer opportunities in your area, and 3) complete the online interest form.
PARTICIPATE IN A RESEARCH STUDY
Texas Women's University is currently recruiting people living with MS to participate in a motor learning research study. Individuals with multiple sclerosis often exhibit deficits in motor dexterity and coordination as a result of the damage the disease does to the central nervous system. Studies have shown that the ability for individuals with MS to learn new motor patterns is initially preserved during the early stages of the disease, but then declines as the disease progresses. This study will gather information about lower extremity motor learning in individuals with MS in order to develop improved methods of gait training and neuromuscular reeducation in physical therapy. Learn more about participation requirements and how to register by downloading the study flyer.
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