Cognitive Decline
Understanding memory and thinking changes, causes, and prevention strategies
What is Cognitive Decline?
Cognitive decline refers to a persistent worsening of thinking abilities including memory, attention, language, and problem-solving. While some cognitive slowing occurs normally with age, significant decline interferes with daily functioning and quality of life. Cognitive decline exists on a spectrum from mild cognitive impairment to dementia, and early intervention offers the best opportunities for slowing progression.
Healthy Baseline
Optimal function
- Sharp memory for recent and remote events
- Quick mental processing
- Easy word retrieval
- Good concentration and focus
- Clear thinking and problem-solving
- Independent daily functioning
When Cognitive Decline Occurs
Common presentations
- Variation from normal baseline
- Variation from normal baseline
- Variation from normal baseline
- Variation from normal baseline
- Variation from normal baseline
- Variation from normal baseline
What's Causing Your Cognitive Decline
Identifying the underlying causes of cognitive decline allows us to target treatment effectively for lasting results.
Alzheimer's Disease
Most Common CauseAmyloid plaques and tau tangles cause neuronal death, especially in hippocampus.
Vascular Changes
Second Most CommonSmall strokes and reduced blood flow damage brain tissue.
Lewy Body Disease
15-20%Lewy body proteins disrupt neuronal function.
Frontotemporal Degeneration
5-10%Frontal and temporal lobe neuron loss.
Traumatic Brain Injury
Risk FactorHead injury causes progressive damage.
Reversible Causes
Up to 10%Depression, medications, thyroid, B12 deficiency.
How We Assess Causes
Our comprehensive evaluation combines detailed health history, advanced diagnostic testing, and constitutional assessment to identify the unique combination of factors contributing to your cognitive decline.
Important Note
The probabilities shown are based on clinical research and our patient population. Your individual case may have different contributing factors. A comprehensive evaluation is necessary to determine your specific root causes.
Common Questions About Cognitive Decline
Find answers to common questions about cognitive decline, treatment options, and what to expect
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