Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) involves slight memory issues but doesn't disrupt daily life. In contrast, major neurocognitive disorders like Alzheimer’s cause severe, progressive memory loss and impaired function. Depression, while primarily a mood disorder, can mimic cognitive decline (known as pseudodementia), but its cognitive effects are reversible with treatment. It is important that, with the help of a specialist, each of these pathologies can be differentiated and correctly diagnosed. A

What are the signs of cognitive impairment, and what can you do to slow it down? Here’s some guidance from UCLA Health. | ABC7

There are various causes for memory loss for either mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia. Some of those causes could be stroke, Alzheimer’s, alcohol use, along with other diseases like Parkinson’s Disease. In this short video, Vicki Armstrong, Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, discusses the causes of memory loss. Learn more about memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer’s by visiting riversideonline.com/memory. | Riverside