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Dementia is a disease caused by a decline in brain function due to neurological changes. The risk of dementia increases as age, there has been a downward trend of dementia patients’ ages. Since the loss of brain function is irreversible, early pharmacological and non-pharmacological support can slow down the process of brain degeneration and alleviate the symptoms.

Decline in short-term memory

• Have difficulty with remember recent events.
• Suddenly forget what want to say during a conversation.

Decline in executive function

• Often make mistakes in steps when cooking familiar dishes, and take longer time to cook than before.
• Frequently make mistakes while making payments, miscalculate the cost of the purchased items.

Decline in language ability

• Have difficulty in finding correct words when speaking.
• Struggle to understand what others are saying affects daily communication.

Change in mood and personality

• Feel depressed, anxious, and easier to get angry.
• Loss interest in things that were once enjoyed.

Do not ignore the early symptoms of dementia. As the condition worsens, the patient gradually loses their self-care skills, increasing the burden on the patient’s family or caregiver.

If you notice that you, an elderly person around you, or a friend has the symptoms listed above and is suspected of having dementia, please conduct a quick cognitive test as soon as possible.

The Quick Cognitive Test is designed to help identify whether the subject is at risk of cognitive impairment. The test results only indicate a potential risk and do not serve as a diagnosis. If the test results suggest that you may have cognitive impairment, please consult a healthcare professional for a detailed assessment as soon as possible and receive appropriate treatment.