Exam 3: MCI Flashcards
theoretical model for intervention
conceptual framework
cognitive rehab programs
differences between healthy age-related cognitive decline, MCI, and dementia
3 types of symptoms of MCI
- mild cognitive compromise
- mild functional compromise
- neuropsychiatric issues
MCI types of intervention
restorative (recalling names)
compensatory (association strategy)
traditional psychotherapy (relaxation therapy)
two types of reserves
brain reserve
cognitive reserve
brain reserve
physical endowment of brain
cognitive reserve
potential to increase efficiency and capacity of neural pathways and/or recruit new neural pathways to accomplish a task
activities that build reserve
higher education
aerobic exercise
participation in lifestyle activities
complex “role-playing” games
one of the best forms of prevention for MCI
cognitive reserve