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Global Perspectives on Brief Cognitive Assessments for Dementia Diagnosis


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Author list: Tsoy Elena, Sideman Alissa Bernstein, Escudero Stefanie D. Pina, Pintado-Caipa Maritza, Kanjanapong Suchanan, Al-Rousan Tala, Mbakile-Mahlanza Lingani, de Oliveira Maira Okada, Puebla Myriam De la Cruz, Zygouris Stelios, Mohamed Aya Ashour, Ibrahim Hany, Goode Collette A., Miller Bruce L., Valcour Victor, Possin Katherine L.

Publication year: 2021

Journal name in source: JOURNAL OF ALZHEIMERS DISEASE

Volume number: 82

Issue number: 3

ISSN: 1387-2877



Background: Timely diagnosis of dementia is a global healthcare priority, particularly in low to middle income countries where rapid increases in older adult populations are expected.

Objective: To investigate global perspectives on the role of brief cognitive assessments (BCAs) in dementia diagnosis, strengths and limitations of existing measures, and future directions and needs.

Methods: This is a qualitative study of 18 dementia experts from different areas of the world. Participants were selected using purposeful sampling based on the following criteria: 1) practicing in countries with projected growth of older adult population of over 100%by 2050; 2) expertise in dementia diagnosis and treatment; 3) involvement in clinical practice and training; and 4) recognition as a national dementia expert based on leadership positions within healthcare system, research, and/or policy work. Participants were individually interviewed in their language of choice over secure videoconference sessions. Interviews were analyzed by a multidisciplinary team using theme identification approach.


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