Cognitive assessments are a crucial part of Alzheimer’s disease studies as these help track cognitive decline; however, these assessments may be subject to a practice effect, an improvement in scores due to familiarity with the assessment. Practice effects can mask cognitive decline, so it is important to understand whether these exist in commonly used assessments. At this year’s Clinical Trials on Alzheimer’s Disease (CTAD) conference in Boston, Michelle Nuño in the labs of Drs. Joshua Grill and Daniel Gillen, presented the group’s work investigating whether the letter fluency test, a commonly used assessment, is subject to a practice effect. Through…
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UCI MIND In The News: Dec 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. So congratulations to Dr. Elizabeth Head of University of California, Irvine -- Recognized as an Expertscape World Expert in Intellectual Disability: https://expertscape.com/ex/intellectual+disability
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UCI MIND's podcast, Spotlight on Care, just hit 2,000 downloads! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts, and you'll hear our hosts and special guests share stories, experiences, tips, and advice on caring for loved ones affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Learn more at mind.uci.edu/podcast
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TODAY is #GivingTuesday – a day that celebrates generosity in all its forms! In honor of this global generosity movement, make a gift today to UCI MIND. We hope you will expand our capacity to conduct promising research and advance progress toward ending Alzheimer’s disease by supporting the UCI MIND Alzheimer’s Disease Excellence Fund. GIVE NOW
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Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday – a day that celebrates generosity in all its forms! In honor of this global generosity movement, consider making a gift today to UCI MIND. We rely on the support of people like you in our community to advance life-changing research and accelerate the fight against Alzheimer’s disease, a devastating illness that impacts more than 6 million Americans and their families. GIVE NOW We hope you will support us by Giving Tuesday, November 30th, 2021 #GivingTuesday
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This month is #NationalCaregiversMonth – a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across California and raise awareness to increase support for caregivers. Many caregivers work and provide care which can make it challenging to maintain their own well-being. . As a caregiver, it’s essential to take care of yourself, too. The California Department of Aging has compiled a list of resources to assist you in this role. https://bit.ly/ALZDcare
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Often people do not realize that they are considered a caregiver, but if you are providing care or assistance to a family member or a friend, YOU are a caregiver. The California Department of Aging has compiled a list of resources to assist you in this role. Whether you are a new or seasoned caregiver, protecting the health and safety of you and your loved ones is always a top priority. https://bit.ly/ALZDcare
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One in five people will develop dementia. Keep your body and brain healthy. Learn more about the facts and figures of Alzheimer’s disease: https://bit.ly/ALZDaware
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One in six baby boomers who live to be 65 years of age and older will develop Alzheimer’s disease. Keep your body and brain healthy. For healthy lifestyle tips and resources, see https://bit.ly/BRAINhealth
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November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month. Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia and causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. Someone with Alzheimer's disease may show signs of: Memory loss that disrupts daily life, such as getting lost in a familiar place or repeating questions. Difficulty completing familiar tasks. Confusion with time or place. Change in mood, personality, or behavior. If you or a loved one shows signs listed above, consult your health care provider. For more information on Alzheimer's disease and dementia, see https://bit.ly/ALZD10
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