With the term “cognitive test” now part of everyday conversation, brain health experts are welcoming the chance to explain exactly what these tests can and can’t do.

In testing, adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) scored lower on the test than adults with normal cognitive function. “When combined with other digital biomarkers, a mobile self ...

Measuring insulin resistance with a simple, low-cost blood test can help predict the pace of cognitive decline in patients ...

Scientists have identified a simple blood test that measures insulin resistance which may also help doctors determine which ...

SLU Mental Status Exam. The Saint Louis University Mental Status exam is an assessment tool for mild cognitive impairment and dementia and was developed in partnership with the Geriatrics Research, ...

There is currently no cure for the disease nor any definitive way to predict how quickly Alzheimer’s disease will progress, ...

The cognitive tests don’t diagnose health problems, but a low score could indicate more testing is needed and that some brain impairment exists. “Cognitive testing alone can't diagnose ...

HealthDay News — The digital remote AROMHA Brain Health Test (ABHT) can discriminate cognitively normal (CN) older adults from those with cognitive impairment, according to a study published ...

A new study finds that older adults with mild cognitive impairment struggle more with focusing attention and mindfulness ...

We were surprised to see the effect only in the Alzheimer’s spectrum and not in other neurodegenerative diseases." ...

Data was derived from 9,359 older adults (over the age of 65 with an average age of 82) who went to the emergency room and were screened for cognitive issues. Of them 6.9% reported issues.

Mild cognitive impairment affects 12% to 18% of people over 60. For some, symptoms stabilize or improve, especially if caused by treatable issues like depression or medication side effects.