Impacts of aging on cognitive function

The impact of aging on cognitive function: how to assess and intervene

As we age, our cognitive functions can decrease, sometimes significantly. It can be difficult to know when to assess for a decline in cognitive ability or to know the best course of action when planning the most effective intervention. Our goal is to provide you with the best possible resources and solutions to help your aging clients maintain as much independence as possible.

Cognitive Concerns

Webinar

Cognitive assessment in aging

Anne-Marie Kimbell, PhD

Assessment of cognition in older adults assists in the early detection and diagnosis of cognitive impairment, allowing many an opportunity to participate in care and treatment decisions, a better chance to benefit from treatment, and more time to plan for future needs. This webinar will provide information about cognitive impairment in older adults and about the process of evaluating cognition across several domains and incorporating information from several sources.

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Other resources

Please take the time to explore the webinars and white papers we have gathered to help you improve the lives of your aging clients.

Comparison of TFLS and WMS-IV in a mild Alzheimer disease (AD) sample

Comparison of TFLS and WMS-IV in a mild Alzheimer disease (AD) sample

Individuals identified with AD show impairment in overall memory functioning and instrumental activities of daily living. This study provides initial evidence of the validity of TFLS as a reliable assessment of instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).

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Products

It’s no secret that cognitive function can make or break a student’s academic success. Identifying issues and giftedness early on is often the key to maximizing the intervention efforts for your students. We are committed to providing you with the tools you need to help them succeed.

WASI®-II

Provides a brief, reliable measure of cognitive ability for use in clinical, educational, and research settings.

Cogmed Working Memory Training

A computer-based intervention for attention problems caused by poor working memory.

WAIS®-IV

The most advanced measure of cognitive ability and results you can trust for ages 16-90.

WMS®-IV

The most widely-used scale of adult memory has been revised and enhanced to provide you with the most advanced measure and results you can trust.

TFLS

A performance-based screening tool to help identify the level of care needed.

BETA-4

A quick assessment of adults' nonverbal intellectual abilities that can be administered by group or individually.

KBIT™-2

Measures both verbal and nonverbal ability.

WRIT

Provides a general measure of intelligence (IQ) with user-friendly materials that make administration simple.

RBANS® Update

Provides a battery to measure cognitive decline or improvement across memory, visuospatial/constructional, language, attention, and delayed memory.

RBMT-3

A highly sensitive test of gross memory impairment in people with acquired, non-progressive brain injury and to monitor their change over time.

Raven’s Coloured Progressive Matrices™ (CPM)

Measures clear-thinking ability and is designed for children ages 5:0-11:0 years and older adults.