Getting a "care assessment" is the best way to determine ... these may be signs of cognitive impairment. The signs of depression are also difficult to sort out; low energy, loss of appetite ...

Undetected cognitive impairment in primary care continues to be a nationwide ... After a comprehensive diagnostic assessment ...

One significant area of research has been the development ... for patients with specific conditions, such as mild cognitive impairment due to Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.

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, Education and Clinical ...

Related research found that early detection of cognitive impairment helps ... aged 65 or older take such an assessment during a routine visit with their primary care practitioner.