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Cognitive Assessments

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health2 years ago

"Revolutionizing Alzheimer's Detection: A Breakthrough in Early Diagnosis"

Researchers have found a significant link between subtle changes in everyday memory, attention, and navigation abilities and biological markers of Alzheimer’s disease, suggesting that simple self-reported and informant-reported assessments could serve as early indicators of the disease. The study, utilizing data from the Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative, revealed that declines in self-reported and informant-reported memory, attention, and spatial navigation abilities over time could be predicted by certain brain changes and biomarker levels. This opens avenues for future research in refining the detection of Alzheimer’s in its early stages and understanding the applicability of these findings across different groups.

health2 years ago

The Impact of Opioid Overdose on Cognitive Function

A pilot study published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence suggests that individuals who have experienced an opioid overdose may exhibit mild cognitive impairment. The study found that while there was a reduction in overall cognitive ability scores compared to controls, the level of impairment was not considered significant. The extent of cognitive impairment seemed to be influenced by a person's pre-overdose thinking abilities and the number of past overdoses. The findings highlight the need for further research to understand the long-term cognitive consequences of opioid use and overdose, and the importance of cognitive assessments in clinical practice for individuals with substance use disorders.