NOVEL AUTOMATED TOOLS TO IDENTIFY COGNITIVE DECLINE AND EMOTIONAL DISTRESS IN THE CONTEXT OF MCI AND AD/ADRDS
2024
Automated Tools for Identifying Cognitive Decline and Emotional Distress
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Author Information
Author(s): Sarah Bannon, Alex Federman, Ryan Mace, Ayushi Divecha
Hypothesis
Novel automated technologies can effectively identify changes in cognition and distress in individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Conclusion
Automated technologies could improve the early identification of cognitive decline and emotional distress, enhancing care for individuals with ADRDs.
Supporting Evidence
- Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are increasing public health concerns.
- Technological advances have enabled earlier and more accurate diagnosis for some individuals.
- Diagnostic delays exacerbate psychological distress for impacted individuals.
Takeaway
This study looks at new tools that can help doctors find out if someone is having memory problems or feeling sad, which is really important for people with Alzheimer's.
Methodology
The symposium discusses various methods including secondary data analysis of electronic medical records and the use of random forest models.
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