Talking about Memory Tests and Cognitive Screenings for Dementia
When a person has their memory tested, what does that actually mean and what can they expect to learn from their results? Returning guest Dr. Tori Williams joins the podcast to discuss what cognitive screenings and tests are, the benefits of early and repeat memory testing and more.
Guest: Victoria Williams, PhD, neuropsychologist, UW Health, associate professor, Department of Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Show Notes
Listen to Dr. Williams’ past episodes, “Identifying and Addressing Changes in Decision-Making Ability with Capacity Testing” and “The Fundamentals of Neuropsychology: Breaking Down Cognition, Memory and More,” on our website.
Watch our Healthy Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) program with Dr. Williams on YouTube to learn more about cognitive testing and brain scans.
Learn about Dr. Williams at her bio on the Wisconsin ADRC website.
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