Influence of Schooling and Age on Cognitive Tests

• Main Authors: Juliana Lima Quintas (Author), Einstein Francisco Camargos (Author), Cláudia Velloso Silva Melo (Author), Otávio Toledo Nóbrega (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Brazilian Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology, 2024-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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OBJECTIVES: To identify factors that interfere with performance in cognitive tests frequently used for non-demented elderly in clinical practice. METHOD: Sample composed of 213 individuals, mean age 72.9 ± 6.1 years. The following assessment instruments were applied: Geriatric Depression Scale; Mini...