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Understanding Dementia Age-Associated Memory Impairment (A.A.M.I.) Temporary lapses in memory in otherwise healthy adults. • Misplacing your keys • Forgetting your friend’s name • Forgetting your sister’s phone number • Forgetting where you just parked the car Dementia. A term used to describe a number of conditions that are characterized by the gradual loss of intellectual functioning. A ‘Text Book’ Definition 1. Memory impairment, and 2. One of more of the following cognitive difficulties: • Language difficulties (aphasia) • Impaired ability to conduct motor activities (apraxia) • Failure to recognize or identify objects (agnosia) • Disturbances in intellectual functioning, such as planning, organizing and abstract thinking. Source: www.ageworks.com, Gerontology Center of the University of Southern California © 2012. Gemini Consulting, Inc. • www.Gemini-Consulting.org • 612-749-1220 • Cold Spring, MN 56320 page 2
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