Announcing Morris Psychological Group to Hold Memory Screenings on November 19, 2013 between 11a-3pm
Parsippany, NJ (PRWEB) November 15, 2013 -- Announcing that Morris Psychological Group will be holding free and confidential memory screenings on Tuesday November 19th, 2013 between 11am and 3pm at their offices at 50 Cherry Hill Road, Suite 305, Parsippany, NJ. The screenings will be conducted by Morris Psychological Group neuropsychologist Dr. Ashley Gorman. No appointments are necessary. People are welcome to just walk in. For more information about the memory screenings call 973-257-9000 ext 218.
Individuals can take advantage of these screenings as part of National Memory Screening Day, an annual initiative of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) to promote proper detection of memory problems.
It is estimated that as many as 5.1 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease. The number is escalating in line with the aging population; the first baby boomers began turning 65 in 2011. Advanced age is the greatest risk factor, with the incidence of the disease doubling every five years between 65 and 95.
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month.
This marks the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) 11th annual National Memory Screening Day. Sites nationwide are participating. Visit http://www.nationalmemoryscreening.org.
National Memory Screening Day serves as a starting point for discussions about memory concerns and lifestyle changes—diet, managing stress, physical and mental exercise—that may help people age successfully.
Memory problems could be caused by Alzheimer’s disease or other medical conditions.
A memory screening averages five to ten minutes, and consists of questions and tasks to assess memory. It does not diagnose any illness, but can indicate whether someone should pursue a follow-up medical exam.
It is estimated that missed diagnoses of dementia may be as high as 90 percent.
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is a leading national nonprofit organization headquartered in New York that is focused on care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses, and their families. Call 866-232-8484 or visit http://www.alzfdn.org.
Ashley Gorman, PhD., A.B.P.P., specializes in in evaluations of cognitive problems from dementia, stroke, cerebrovascular disease, concussion and traumatic brain injury and psychiatric disorders such as ADHD and learning disorders.
Morris Psychological Group, P.A. offers a wide range of therapy and evaluation services to adults, children and adolescents. http://www.morrispsych.com.
Melissa Chefec, MCPR, LLC: PR for Doctors, http://www.mcprpublicrelations.com, +1 (203) 968-6625, [email protected]
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