Early Dementia and Missed Appointments
Missed appointments are one of the earliest and most overlooked warning signs of emerging cognitive decline.
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Early Dementia and Medication Mistakes
Early dementia significantly increases the risk of medication errors because cognitive decline affects how people remember dosages, track refills, and...
Failed AD8 Screening: What Happens Next?
A positive result on the AD8 screening test—a score of 2 or more points—doesn't mean you have dementia.
MCI and Caregiver Monitoring
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) presents a monitoring challenge that extends beyond the patient to the caregiver themselves.
MCI and Medication Mistakes
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) significantly increases the risk of medication mistakes because the cognitive changes that define MCI—problems with...
Can Medication Affect Memory Test Scores?
Yes, medications can significantly affect memory test scores. When you take certain medications—particularly those with anticholinergic properties or...
Failed AD8 Screening: What Happens Next?
A failed AD8 screening—meaning a score of 2 or higher on this eight-question dementia assessment tool—does not mean you or your loved one has dementia.
Failed Clock Drawing Test: What Comes Next?
If you've recently failed a Clock Drawing Test, the most important thing to understand is that this result is not a diagnosis.
Memory Test Failed: What Happens Next?
A failed memory test doesn't automatically mean you have dementia. When you score poorly on a quick memory screening test in your doctor's office—whether...
Word Recall Test and Forgetting Appointments
A word recall test and forgotten appointments may seem like separate concerns, but they both measure the same fundamental cognitive function: your brain's...